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The Old Port (Vieux-Port)

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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to the Vieux-Port, the pulsating heart of Marseille and the very site where the city’s identity was forged over two and a half millennia ago. As we stand at the edge of this natural harbor, we are standing on the…

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  2. 2Sentinels of the Port: The Forts of Louis XIV

    To fully comprehend the maritime heritage of Marseille, one must examine the two stone titans guarding the harbor entrance: Fort Saint-Jean to the north and Fort Saint-Nicolas to the south. Their presence is a masterclass in the…

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  3. 3The Quai des Belges and the Omrière

    The social core of the Vieux-Port is found at the Quai des Belges, located at the very foot of the Canebière, Marseille’s famous central artery. This is where the city’s vibrant streets meet the sea. …

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  4. 4Closing

    As we conclude our exploration of the Vieux-Port, take a moment to look out toward the mouth of the harbor, where the limestone cliffs of the Frioul Islands and the silhouette of the Château d'If break the line of the horizon.…

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What is The Old Port (Vieux-Port)?

The Old Port (Vieux-Port) is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates43.2945, 5.3615
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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