Why choose this Paris tour ?
Don’t just discover the Marais! Discover Marias Yiddish.
This legendary district of Paris is the place of a unique history, that of the Jewish community of Paris.
France and Judaism have a common ancient history and Paris is the mirror of this. Come stroll through the small streets of the Marais to discover the history of the Parisian Jewish community through the centuries. Learn Ashkenazi culture, taste a Yiddish pastry (complimentary) at Florence Kahn, the iconic Jewish bakery on Rue des Rosiers and Pletzl.
Your guide Robin, a university professor, will take you on a journey through time, the streets and the secrets of this well-hidden Jewish Paris.
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What makes Le Marais Yiddish neighborhood par excellence with a pastry shop a unique experience ?
You will discover the medieval district of Paris, one of the oldest and most authentic in Paris. We will wander between the mansions in search of the vestiges of old Paris that the Jewish communities saw during antiquity and the Middle Ages.
A hidden and unique vestige of Paris! The Philippe Auguste enclosure, 850 years old.
We are entering the beginning of Pletzl. The Jewish and Yiddish quarter par excellence. This square shows us the importance of the Jewish community in France since the French Revolution.
Let yourself be intoxicated by the atmosphere of this legendary district of Paris where Jewish culture takes on its full meaning. Discover how Yiddish culture was expressed there two centuries ago.
The iconic Rue des Rosiers that all Parisians know for its stores, its falafel restaurants, its bakeries etc. A unique place not to be missed!
You will be invited by our guide to taste a Yiddish pastry (cheescake, Babka, Strudel) at Florence Kahn, the most famous bakery in the neighborhood. Enjoy your food
From the outside, we can admire this free Art Nouveau style synagogue which testifies to the religious character of Pletzl.
We will end with a visit to the Shoah Memorial, where we will talk about a sad period in the Ashkenazi and Yiddish world before showing that hope is still present in the French community thanks to a revival of new generations.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Parisvu.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
