Situated in the Provence region, it is located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, near the mouth of the Rhône river. Marseille is the second-most populous city proper in France, after Paris, with …

Dec 21, 2025 · Marseille, city, capital of Bouches-du-Rhône département, southern France, and also the administrative and commercial capital of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, one of France’s fastest …

Travelers visit the port city of Marseille, the third largest city in France, for the meeting of style and history. The bay, flanked by Fort Saint-Nicolas, and Fort Saint-Jean shelters the Castle of If, from …

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With 1.6 million people in its urban area (2019), Marseille (Provençal: Marselha) is the second most populated city of France (and third urban area) the biggest Mediterranean port and the economic …

May 26, 2025 · Marseille done the right way: the best things to do, spots to eat, and places to stay in this dazzling city in the south of France. Every summer as a child, my family and I hopped on a train from...

From Vieux-Port to Notre-Dame de la Garde, discover stunning beaches, local eats and more in our travel guide to Marseille. Discover top attractions and tips.

These days, Marseille is known not only for its southern lifestyle, but also as a dynamic and evolving area, taking its place as a top-flight Mediterranean and global city. Following major urban renewal, …

Marseille is the "oldest city in France" and indeed one of the oldest in western Europe. The city was founded as Massalia in around 600 BC, and soon developed into an important port in the ancient …

Nov 3, 2025 · Marseille is one of the oldest cities in France, founded around 600 BCE by Greek settlers from Phocaea. They named it Massalia, and it quickly became a prosperous trading port. The city …