FORT SAINT-JEAN
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Discover Fort Saint-Jean, a historic jewel offering exceptional panoramic views and an intricate interior for a captivating visit.
Located at the mouth of the Old Port, Fort Saint-Jean, a historic building of the first order, is worth a visit for the exceptional panorama it offers over the city, as well as for its complex interior, a witness to centuries of human reflection aimed at protecting Marseille and its port. The fort has been rehabilitated since 2013 and integrated into the MuCEM complex to which it is connected by an imposing footbridge. Previously, it was not accessible, damaged during the Second World War, when the occupying forces decided to use it as a munitions depot. You can visit its garden part for free, where many plants from around the Mediterranean are well presented, and various courtyards and terraces where the people of Marseille like to stroll and bask in the sun for long hours. The benches and chairs here and there are an invitation to do so. The fort as you see it was built in the 14th century by King René to protect the city from maritime attacks. We recommend that you climb the tower of the same King René to get one of the best views of the Old Port and the city. Take the time to explore all the passages, the small courtyards to really take the measure of this precious monument. Many concerts and festivals take place there in the summertime, in a setting, you will see it yourself, enchanting. One last piece of advice, take a walk at the foot of the fort, all along the path below. It offers beautiful views of the Mucem, the Pharo and the entrance to the port.
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Members' reviews on FORT SAINT-JEAN
Le fort a été rénové avec beaucoup de goût et de modernité tout en préservant l'histoire du site.
Superbe vue sur le vieux port
Mon 1er avis datait de juin 2016, j'y suis retournée en mars 2017 et j'ai été véritablement conquise par ce fort. Quelle vue quand on monte toute en haut de la tour, on peut aussi faire le tour des remparts, s'allonger sur les transat en bois pour faire la sieste au soleil et ressentir l'impression de petit village au centre du fort.