Axelle Carlier is an independent tour guide, cultural editor, and video creator widely recognized for her work on the hidden histories, secrets, and unusual anecdotes of Paris. Deeply passionate about the city’s lesser‑known heritage, she crafts unique walking tours, produces digital content, and writes editorial features that explore local history, lifestyle, and food. Her approach blends historical accuracy with accessible storytelling, making her a distinctive voice in contemporary Parisian cultural interpretation.

Her long‑standing collaboration with Paris Zigzag highlights several key roles. She is the author of Histoires du Paris coquin, published by Éditions Zigzag, a playful guide delving into the city’s sensual and scandalous past. She also designs and leads thematic walking tours for public and private groups, including Paris 1900 (Belle Époque), Medieval Paris, The Covered Passages, and explorations of the Petite Ceinture. Her tours are known for their precision, narrative flair, and ability to reveal the city’s hidden layers.

Beyond her on‑site work, Axelle maintains a strong digital presence. She writes SEO‑optimized cultural articles, produces short‑form videos, and appears in social media features across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Her talent for making heritage feel vivid, contemporary, and accessible allows her to reach a wide audience eager to discover a more intimate, unexpected, and authentic Paris. Through her content and guided experiences, she embodies a modern way of transmitting culture: lively, documented, playful, and deeply connected to the city’s stories.