Holiday apartment in Paris

The Catacombs are a Parisian landmark in France. Their underground ossuary is connected with the history of the former quarries and the cemeteries of Paris.

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Quick facts about the Catacombs of Paris

  • The Catacombs are a Parisian landmark in France.
  • The ossuary preserves human remains that were transferred from Paris cemeteries.
  • The site was opened to the public in 1874 and is one of the museums of the City of Paris, managed by Paris Musées.

Underground history in Paris

The Catacombs of Paris, France
The Catacombs of Paris, France. — Photo: Tommie Hansen — Source page — License URL: CC BY 2.0

The Catacombs connect an underground ossuary with the history of the former quarries and the cemeteries of Paris. In this way, they offer a concrete underground historical experience within Paris.