Fort Saint-Jean
Historic and Protected Site
Marseille
"way up to the Tower of King Rene."(2 Tips)
"The fort is in a great state, lots to explore and beautiful views."(2 Tips)
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Pelin DuraMay 25, 2015it was built 1660 by louis xIv at the entrance to the old port. it is linked by two thin bridges to the historical destrict le panier and to the musee des civilisations de I'europeUpvote1Downvote
New York HabitatApril 24, 2012The Fort Saint Jean was built in the 600s and has protected the city for centuries! Its two towers were added later, in the 1400s and in the 1600s; it’s now a majestic symbol of Marseille!Upvote2Downvote- No4emi GVMarch 25, 2018Excellent views especially if you’re willing to go all the way up to the Tower of King Rene.UpvoteDownvote
Géraldine ParrinelloJanuary 7, 2014Recemment et magnifquement restauré dans le cadre de MP2013, Très belle vue le port,pharo et Euromed...A faire.Upvote1Downvote
Roxane TheBrownOctober 18, 2018Que du bonheur ce lieu historique :) et le point de vue, tout ça en libre accès. Une pure beautéUpvoteDownvote
KaterinaAugust 24, 2013Самый лучший вид на эту часть Марселя, а в ясную погоду на его большую часть)Upvote2Downvote
Ezgi BudakApril 13, 2023Labirent gibi bir tahkimat ama şehre değişik bir atmosfer katıyor.
UpvoteDownvote- Pierre GianolioNovember 4, 2014Très belle vue de ce beau monument relié par une passerelle au MuCEM.Upvote1Downvote
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"Fun European history lesson paired with amazing views and perfectly framed architecture - must do when walking around Marseilles"
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"A beautiful cathedral that’s worth the sight after a walk in the typical Panier district! Discover its unusual neo-byzantine and neo-roman architecture and decor, as well as its horizontal stripes!"
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"The city did a great job...nice pedestrian area to hang out. Many pieces of arts...thanks to the MP13!"
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