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The Mémorial de la Shoah (Center de documentation juive contemporaine, CDJC) is the central memorial to the Holocaust in France, located in Paris. Focus is the persecution of the Jews in occupied France and under the Vichy regime from 1940-1944. The Mémorial de la Shoah is also a museum where visitors can learn about the history of the Jews in France and Europe and the French resistance against the so-called "final solution of the Jewish Question".

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Mémorial de la Shoah
17 Rue Geoffroy l'Asnier
75004 Paris

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Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 18:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 18:00
Thursday
10:00 – 22:00
Friday
10:00 – 18:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00

Admission

0+Free

Facilities

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Location & Map

17 Rue Geoffroy l'Asnier, Paris

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Exhibitions

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    The Mémorial de la Shoah in Paris is a powerful and somber museum dedicated to the history of the Holocaust. Visitors often find it to be an emotionally challenging but important experience. The museum's extensive documentation, including photographs, personal artifacts, and testimonies, provides a comprehensive look at this dark period in history. Many reviewers appreciate the thoughtful layout and the way information is presented, making complex and tragic events more understandable. The Wall of Names, listing French Jewish victims, is frequently mentioned as a particularly moving exhibit. While the content is understandably heavy, the museum is praised for its educational value and its role in preserving memory. Some visitors note that certain areas of the museum can feel a bit dated in terms of presentation. The bookstore and resource center are considered valuable additions. It's worth noting that the museum can be crowded at times, and some find the security measures, while necessary, a bit intimidating. Overall, the Mémorial de la Shoah is regarded as an essential visit for those seeking to understand the Holocaust and its impact on France and Europe.

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