Come discover the forbidden history of Le Marais, a Paris district as majestic as it is scandalous, originally just a muddy, foul-smelling stretch of land in the 11th century. This marsh developed during the Middle Ages, becoming, under the influence of the monarchs of the Renaissance and the Grand Siècle, a place of splendor, rich in private mansions, luxury shops, and high-society evenings.
But behind this opulence, excess and scandal existed side by side at the very top of the elite: opium, debauched priests, royal affairs, occult gatherings, secret homosexuality, and covered-up serial crimes. Come discover another history there, the one that is hidden away and not meant to be seen… On this one-of-a-kind tour, become a voyeur into alcoves and boudoirs. Follow your guide Guillaume through alleyways, gardens, and mansion gateways to discover one of the capital’s most beautiful neighborhoods. And revisit History from its most scandalous angle, teasing your senses and imagination.
Price: €21/person
Source: paris.fr — photo: slp