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City exploration game
Historical Paris: Occupation & Liberation Story
4.28Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 57 min 4.7 km Paris App-guided
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The experience
About this quest
Occupation, betrayal and resistance. Play a city exploration game and journey through the epicentre of Paris, the City of Light, and to discover its dark history during World War Two. Get to know the hidden spots and stories that reveal the Nazi strategy of occupation and the city's eventual liberation.
Are you ready to discover another side of Paris?
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Second World War history fans, couples and families with teenagers will get a 4.7 km daytime walk from the Charles de Gaulle Statue past Le Meurice, Hotel Regina and the Louvre to Quai de Montebello, with the story of occupation, betrayal and liberation told where it happened. Allow about 2.5 hours with puzzles. Younger children may find the dark subject heavy, and anyone wanting a live guide to question should choose a guided tour.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
- Learn of Hitler's plan to destroy Paris' most beautiful buildings- Discover the place where the Nazis burned great works of art, including Picasso's- See the bullet holes from the resistance fighting that led to Paris' liberation
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Paris
A · Start
Pl. Clemenceau, 75008 Paris, France
B · Finish
8 Quai de Montebello, 75005 Paris, France
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Rowan Standish Hayes.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Rowan Standish HayesWHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is there a Paris history app I can use for a self-guided walk?
Yes. This quest is played on your phone. The app leads you from place to place through central Paris, tells the story of each stop during the Second World War occupation and liberation, and sets a puzzle based on what is in front of you. There is no guide and no group to join.
Where does the World War Two walk start and finish?
It starts at the Charles de Gaulle Statue and finishes at Quai de Montebello, so it is not a loop. On the way you pass the Winston Churchill Statue, Place de la Concorde, Le Meurice, Hotel Regina, the Louvre, Pont des Arts and Pont Neuf.
How long does it take and how far is the walk?
Most players take about 2.5 hours, including walking and solving the puzzles. The route covers 4.7 km through the centre of Paris. You can pause at any point and continue later, so you can stop for a coffee or a meal along the way.
Is it suitable for children?
It is recommended for families, and it suits teenagers best. The story deals with occupation, betrayal and resistance during the war, which younger children may find heavy, and the distance of 4.7 km is a fair walk for small legs.
Can we play as a group, and do we need to book a time?
Yes, one ticket covers the whole group playing together on the walk. There is no set time to book: start whenever you like, ideally during the day, and pause and pick up again later if you need to.
Is the Paris Occupation and Liberation quest based on real history?
The route uses Paris’s real Second World War history as its subject. It presents that history through a clue-led city game, rather than a conventional guided lecture or tour.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue, with no guide or fixed start time. You can begin when it suits you and pause along the way.
How many accesses does our group need?
Classic quests sell access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN PARIS
A history-led way to explore Paris
Historical Paris: Occupation & Liberation Story is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Paris to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Charles de Gaulle Statue and finishes at Quai de Montebello over 4.7 km, with 12 challenge locations. Typical duration: 57 min; 4.7 km walking route; 12 challenge locations
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, French.
