Marseille

Marseille is unlike anywhere else in France. It’s a city that has been alive with energy for over two and a half thousand years, ever since ancient Greek sailors first sailed into its natural harbour and decided to stay. That same harbour, the Vieux-Port, still buzzes with colourful fishing boats and the smell of fresh seafood today, just as it always has. This is a city with serious history in its bones.

What makes Marseille truly special is how wild and beautiful it feels even now. At the edges of the city, dramatic white cliffs drop straight into water so dazzlingly turquoise it barely seems real. High above the rooftops, a golden basilica watches over everything like a guardian. And out at sea, a rocky island fortress sits alone, the kind of place that inspired great adventure stories.

Speaking of the sea and its fishermen, Marseille even gave the world one of its most beloved dishes, a hearty fish stew born right here on these docks. This city doesn’t just have a past. It has personality.

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Quick fact

Marseille is France's oldest city, founded by Greek sailors around 600 BC, and it is the country's largest and busiest seaport.

Fun fact

Bouillabaisse, the famous fish stew enjoyed all over the world, was invented by fishermen in Marseille who cooked up whatever fish they couldn't sell that day!

Landmarks

Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde

Sitting on the very highest hill in Marseille, this golden-topped basilica is the city's guardian and offers a spectacular 360-degree view of the sea and city.

Vieux-Port (Old Port)

The heart of Marseille for over 2,600 years, this lively harbour is still packed with colourful fishing boats and bustling restaurants every single day.

Château d'If

This dramatic island fortress in the sea just off Marseille inspired the famous adventure story 'The Count of Monte Cristo' — you can take a boat to visit it!

MuCEM (Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations)

This stunning modern museum looks like a giant piece of lace made of concrete and sits right on the seafront where the old port meets the open Mediterranean.

Calanques National Park

Just outside the city, these dramatic white limestone cliffs plunge straight into the most brilliantly turquoise water you'll ever see.

Play

Puzzle

2 puzzles: City and Map — switch with the toolbar buttons.

Drag pieces from the tray onto the board.

Stuck? Toggle Ghost hint for a 5-second overlay.

Best played full screen — click to expand.

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Quiz

Name the landmarks of Marseille, put each one on the map, then spot the picture that came from somewhere else. Thirteen questions, no timer and no lives.

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