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Offered languages
- German
- English
Discover the dual soul of Orléans in this immersive audio journey. For centuries, the city has been locked in a passionate, sometimes violent dance with the Loire River—a waterway as lucrative as it is unpredictable. Join Tom, an urban planner with an eye for infrastructure, and Emma, a historian captivated by the river's wild past, as they uncover the hidden stories of explosive steamboats, brutal salt taxes, and the forgotten river workers who tamed the tides. This is a story of chaos, control, and the lifeline that built a city.
- A 3.4 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 105 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Orléans's main station, take local public transport toward Combleux. Get off near L'Embouchure and walk the final few minutes to 12 L'Embouchure, 45800 Combleux. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Quai de Prague, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Orléans's main station. The departure point is Quai de Prague, 45100 Orléans. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The historic junction where the engineered canal meets the wild Loire River, symbolizing the city's quest to control nature.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A modern, vibrant square that was once a gritty commercial port and later a neglected parking lot, showcasing the city's urban evolution.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A replica of a 19th-century paddle steamer, uniquely engineered to navigate the shallow Loire without its boilers exploding.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Pont George V
An 18th-century engineering marvel that served as a crucial, highly taxed crossing for the lucrative salt and wine trades.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Historically the main unloading dock for the Atlantic salt trade, a site of immense wealth and brutal taxation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The historic home of the river workers on the south bank, now a preserved ecological space offering sweeping views of the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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