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Île de la Cité and Latin Quarter «The Cradle of Lutetia»

The Heart of Paris: From the Islands to the cradle of the University - A historical journey from the Île Saint-Louis to the Latin Quarter.

Duration

2h30 approx.

Rate

20 € / person (audiophones included)

Capacity

Max 15 people

The spirit of the visit

Ideal for lovers of medieval history and spirituality. Focus: the origins of Paris, the secrets of Notre-Dame (and its reconstruction), the erudite lanes of the Montagne Sainte-Geneviève. A look at student life in the Middle Ages.

Description

Discover the soul of Paris, where it all began. This 2? hour walk will take us on a journey through 2000 years of history, from the first Roman ramparts to the intellectual effervescence of the Left Bank.

The route

Departure from Le Marais

Take the Saint-Paul metro station and step straight into medieval Paris.

Île Saint-Louis

A timeless «ship» with its 17th-century town houses and village atmosphere.

The Île de la Cité

The centre of power and faith. Small streets, then Notre-Dame (outside), the spiritual centre of Paris and the starting point for the roads of France.

The Latin Quarter

A fitting end to a tour of historic bookshops and universities.

Practical information

Meeting point

Exit from Métro Saint-Paul (Line 1), near the Carrousel. Departure 10.00 am

Full stop

Metro Odéon

Suitable for families

Accessibility

Languages

English, French, German

Unique eternal moments

Special moments

Anecdote of the day

The Lovers of the Rue de la Colombe. A small sculpture of two doves on the Île de la Cité conceals one of the oldest love stories in Paris. Frank's favourite place to evoke the discreet romanticism of the capital, far from the crowds.

A gourmet touch

Taste an artisanal macaron at Larnicol, an institution in the Latin Quarter.

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Testimonials

Shared experiences

Experiences shared by those who have explored Paris with me.

"An unforgettable experience. Frank has that rare ability to make complex history perfectly clear and exciting."

Kirsten C., Berlin

"We have rediscovered our own city thanks to his aesthetic eye. His expertise in architecture is impressive."

Cathy F., Paris

"An unforgettable experience. Frank has that rare ability to make complex history perfectly clear and exciting."

Kirsten C., Berlin

"We have rediscovered our own city thanks to his aesthetic eye. His expertise in architecture is impressive."

Cathy F., Paris

Experience the exception

Discover Paris differently, far from the clichés