Photo : De gauche à droite : ®Mémorial de la Shoah coll. Mariette Job / ®Collection Jewish Museum
Crossed Destinies: Hélène Berr and Charlotte Salomon
Follow the interconnected lives of two remarkable women through a moving itinerary that links significant sites of collective remembrance. This guided experience offers a powerful way to understand historical narratives away from the bustling center. It is an essential moment of reflection that leaves a lasting impression on anyone wandering through these historically charged grounds.
Mémorial de la Shoah de Drancy
About
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the Mémorial de la Shoah de Drancy hosts an insightful event titled Destins croisés : Hélène Berr et Charlotte Salomon. Designed for visitors aged 12 and up, this program explores the overlapping lives and histories of two significant figures during the Holocaust. The session runs from 14:00 to 16:30. Participants can expect a fully accessible experience, as the venues are wheelchair accessible. While attendance is free, booking in advance is mandatory to secure your spot for this guided historical exploration taking place across two distinct memorial locations.
SCHEDULE
Meet at the Drancy Shoah Memorial at 10:30 a.m. 1 hour 15 minute tour.
Travel by public transport to the Bobigny Deportation Railway Station Memorial (you will be accompanied).
Tour of the Bobigny Deportation Railway Station Memorial. 1 hour 15 minute tour.
It is necessary to have a transport ticket or a Navigo pass for the bus journey.
Our take on this event
This unique historical event offers an in-depth look at the lives of Hélène Berr and Charlotte Salomon. Taking place on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the activity is scheduled from 14:00 to 16:30 and includes visits to two significant sites.
The experience begins at the Mémorial de la Shoah de Drancy for a 1-hour and 15-minute visit. Following this, participants will be guided as they travel via public transport to the Mémorial de la gare de déportation de Bobigny. Please ensure you have a valid bus ticket or a Navigo pass for this transit portion.
Upon arrival at the second location, there will be another 1-hour and 15-minute visit dedicated to the deportation station. The entire itinerary is wheelchair accessible. Although the event is free of charge, you must make a reservation to attend.
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