Dunkirk Audio Tour: Echoes of Heroes, Art, and Carnival Legends

Above photo: Velvet, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Whispers of retreat and riot echo through Dunkirk’s windswept streets, where carnival masks hide secrets and every harbor wave recalls a desperate escape.

Unlock a self-guided audio tour that leads straight into the heart of Dunkirk’s contradictions—where history’s roar meets today’s creative pulse. Walk corners and corridors that most visitors miss as stories rise from beneath the everyday.

What drove commanders to gamble thousands of lives in a make-or-break hour along these very sands? Which mask, paraded with feverish joy at the Dunkirk Carnival, hides a scandal even locals hesitate to name? Why does a mysterious shape haunt the halls of the Regional Contemporary Art Fund, revealed only to those who linger after hours?

Stride from battlefield to festival, from striking contemporary art to age-old legends. Each step cracks open the city’s rough shell, inviting new eyes to see old streets alive with drama.

Your gateway to Dunkirk’s untold stories is just ahead. Begin walking and let the city reveal its true face.

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• Duration: 1 hour 16 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.5 km (2.2 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 28min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Church of Saint-Éloi, Dunkirk, only a 6 minute walk from Dunkerque Train Station
  
• Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Battle of Dunkirk, Dunkirk Carnival, Dunkirk's contemporary art and action venue
  

Experience the charm of Dunkirk like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Dunkirk's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Dunkirk on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• ⛪  Church of Saint-Éloi, Dunkirk (2min)
• 📍  Hôtel de Ville, Dunkirk (2min)
• 🛕  Protestant Temple of Dunkirk (2min)
• 📍  Battle of Dunkirk (3min)
• 🎨  Place Jean-Bart (3min)
• 📍  Dunkirk Carnival (3min)
• 🗼  Leughenaer Tower (4min)
• 🎨  Regional Contemporary Art Fund Grand-Large-Hauts-de-France (2min)
• 🎨  Dunkirk's contemporary art and action venue (4min)
• 📍  The Hourglass (Dunkirk) (3min)
• 🛍️  Workshops and construction sites in France (3min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Unknown author, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Claus Ableiter, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Velvet, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Raimond Spekking, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Church of Saint-Éloi, Dunkirk, Church of Saint-Éloi, Dunkirk, Hondschoote, France

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