On this guided tour of the Paris Catacombs, discover a unique and mysterious place where over 6 million Parisians are buried across 1.7 km of galleries.
It all begins at the end of the 18th century when Halles of Paris, in use for nearly 10 centuries, becomes a hotbed of infection for the neighborhood's residents. After numerous complaints are filed, the cemetery is ordered to be evacuated. Then,’old limestone quarries were chosen to deposit the bones there. They will thus become the Paris Catacombs.
During this Guided tour of the Paris Catacombs, let us tell you about the “transfer of remains” which began on April 7, 1786. The ceremony began with a consecration followed by a procession of priests and bone wagons covered with a black veil. Afterward, the remains of nearly 6 million Parisians, buried in various cemeteries of the capital, were transferred there until 1814.
Finally the Paris Catacombs met with great success and the curious flocked to it, just like Napoleon III, who stayed there with his son.
Note: Constant temperature of 14°C / 130 steps to descend.
Visit Guided tour of the Paris Catacombs is thus part of the must-see sights during your Stay in Paris. In fact, this unusual visit will not fail to captivate you. For a unique and unforgettable moment, be sure not to miss privatize the Catacombs for a VIP guided tour , away from the crowd.
