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Montmartre Immersive Tour with a French Cancan Dancer

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Duration

1 hr 30 min

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  • Tour description

    Step back into Paris of the 1800s, a time when Montmartre was a quaint, countryside

    neighborhood on the outskirts of the city, dotted with vineyards and windmills. After the

    French Revolution, this unassuming area blossomed into the vibrant heart of “Gay Paris,”

    teeming with cabarets, artists, and, of course, the spirited cancan dance.

    Starting at the legendary Moulin Rouge square, you’ll embark on an uphill journey led by La

    Goulue (the “greedy one”). La Goulue, an iconic figure at the Moulin Rouge, was celebrated for

    her energy, audacity, and love of food and revelry. Immortalized in Toulouse-Lautrec’s famous

    posters, she remains a symbol of the Belle Époque. Her partner, Valentin le Désossé (Valentin

    the Boneless), was renowned for his extraordinary flexibility and unique style, earning him

    fame as a star of the cabaret. Together, they formed a legendary duo that embodied the spirit

    of the cancan and the Moulin Rouge.

    As you follow their steps, you’ll uncover the fascinating history of the cancan, a bold and

    rebellious dance born from the quadrille and rooted in women’s fight for freedom—reclaiming

    control of their bodies and dancing on their own terms.

    Discover how women from diverse walks of life rose to fame as cabaret stars at iconic venues

    like the Moulin Rouge, the Elysée Montmartre, and the Moulin de la Galette. Learn how

    Toulouse-Lautrec’s groundbreaking posters not only revolutionized marketing but also

    reflected his deep care and support for his dancer friends.

    Your guides for this journey are none other than real cancan dancers! They’ll demonstrate

    signature moves like the “mayonnaise,” the “cathedral,” and the cheeky “coup de cul,” explaining

    their deeper meanings while teaching you how to master them. You’ll even learn the dancers’

    iconic rallying cry!

    Step into the shoes—or rather, the boots—of a cancan dancer, and bring this vibrant Parisian

    tradition to life in a truly unforgettable way.

  • Tour description

    Step back into Paris of the 1800s, a time when Montmartre was a quaint, countryside

    neighborhood on the outskirts of the city, dotted with vineyards and windmills. After the

    French Revolution, this unassuming area blossomed into the vibrant heart of “Gay Paris,”

    teeming with cabarets, artists, and, of course, the spirited cancan dance.

    Starting at the legendary Moulin Rouge square, you’ll embark on an uphill journey led by La

    Goulue (the “greedy one”). La Goulue, an iconic figure at the Moulin Rouge, was celebrated for

    her energy, audacity, and love of food and revelry. Immortalized in Toulouse-Lautrec’s famous

    posters, she remains a symbol of the Belle Époque. Her partner, Valentin le Désossé (Valentin

    the Boneless), was renowned for his extraordinary flexibility and unique style, earning him

    fame as a star of the cabaret. Together, they formed a legendary duo that embodied the spirit

    of the cancan and the Moulin Rouge.

    As you follow their steps, you’ll uncover the fascinating history of the cancan, a bold and

    rebellious dance born from the quadrille and rooted in women’s fight for freedom—reclaiming

    control of their bodies and dancing on their own terms.

    Discover how women from diverse walks of life rose to fame as cabaret stars at iconic venues

    like the Moulin Rouge, the Elysée Montmartre, and the Moulin de la Galette. Learn how

    Toulouse-Lautrec’s groundbreaking posters not only revolutionized marketing but also

    reflected his deep care and support for his dancer friends.

    Your guides for this journey are none other than real cancan dancers! They’ll demonstrate

    signature moves like the “mayonnaise,” the “cathedral,” and the cheeky “coup de cul,” explaining

    their deeper meanings while teaching you how to master them. You’ll even learn the dancers’

    iconic rallying cry!

    Step into the shoes—or rather, the boots—of a cancan dancer, and bring this vibrant Parisian

    tradition to life in a truly unforgettable way.

  • Tour description

    Step back into Paris of the 1800s, a time when Montmartre was a quaint, countryside

    neighborhood on the outskirts of the city, dotted with vineyards and windmills. After the

    French Revolution, this unassuming area blossomed into the vibrant heart of “Gay Paris,”

    teeming with cabarets, artists, and, of course, the spirited cancan dance.

    Starting at the legendary Moulin Rouge square, you’ll embark on an uphill journey led by La

    Goulue (the “greedy one”). La Goulue, an iconic figure at the Moulin Rouge, was celebrated for

    her energy, audacity, and love of food and revelry. Immortalized in Toulouse-Lautrec’s famous

    posters, she remains a symbol of the Belle Époque. Her partner, Valentin le Désossé (Valentin

    the Boneless), was renowned for his extraordinary flexibility and unique style, earning him

    fame as a star of the cabaret. Together, they formed a legendary duo that embodied the spirit

    of the cancan and the Moulin Rouge.

    As you follow their steps, you’ll uncover the fascinating history of the cancan, a bold and

    rebellious dance born from the quadrille and rooted in women’s fight for freedom—reclaiming

    control of their bodies and dancing on their own terms.

    Discover how women from diverse walks of life rose to fame as cabaret stars at iconic venues

    like the Moulin Rouge, the Elysée Montmartre, and the Moulin de la Galette. Learn how

    Toulouse-Lautrec’s groundbreaking posters not only revolutionized marketing but also

    reflected his deep care and support for his dancer friends.

    Your guides for this journey are none other than real cancan dancers! They’ll demonstrate

    signature moves like the “mayonnaise,” the “cathedral,” and the cheeky “coup de cul,” explaining

    their deeper meanings while teaching you how to master them. You’ll even learn the dancers’

    iconic rallying cry!

    Step into the shoes—or rather, the boots—of a cancan dancer, and bring this vibrant Parisian

    tradition to life in a truly unforgettable way.

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at Blanche.

    • Address: 75018 Paris, France.

    • Landmark: Metro Blanche (opposite the Moulin Rouge), metro line 2.

    • Guide identifier: Your guide will be in her cancan dancer costume and will be wearing an orange badge around her neck on an orange lanyard.

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