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La Citadelle de Marseille

4.4

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1 Boulevard Charles Livon, 13007 Marseille

Capacity : 500

La Citadelle is a fort steeped in history, a breathtaking view of the city and its monuments against the horizon, and a major restoration project where everyone has a place.

Just a stone's throw from the Old Port, the Citadelle de Marseille is an emblematic part of Marseille's heritage. Behind its ramparts, five hectares lie hidden in the heart of Marseille, home to a major 17th-century building listed as a historic monument. Successively fort, prison and military garrison, La Citadelle de Marseille is steeped in history.

Closed to visitors for over 350 years, the Citadelle is gradually being restored. A unique opportunity for professionals wishing to support its restoration, while creating an exceptional event in a setting offering unique 360° views over the city, to ensure that your event is one to remember.

La Citadelle de Marseille is part of a social and inclusive approach. To restore the Citadelle to its former glory, restoration work is carried out by social integration projects. By privatizing its courtyards, terraces and gardens, the professionals are helping to preserve the heritage and support an inclusive approach.

The variety of our spaces will meet all your needs and can be laid out differently to suit your events: afterwork, cocktail party, corporate evening, product launch, networking event, convention, trade show, seminar and team building, cultural event, photo shoot, conference, symposium, press conference, etc.

The plus
Raise awareness among your event's participants of the actions and missions of La Citadelle de Marseille and its partners: presentation by a representative of the association, arts and crafts workshop, guided tour of the monument, etc.
Our team will work with you to ensure that your activity reflects your values and enriches your event.

Virtual tour of the Citadelle of Marseille

Venue capacity

Spaces available to hire	Standing	Theatre	Dinner	U-shaped room	Class
Salle Clerville	50	50	15	25	15
Salle de la Poudrière	19	19	19	19	19
Mill terrace	200	-	-	-	-
Singhen Terrace	250	250	-	-	-
Half Moon Terrace	250	-	-	-	-
Cour Demi-Lune	400	350	200	-	-
Courtyard and Terrace Half Moon	400	400	400	-	-
Cour du Haut Fort	-	-	-	-	-
Pointe de Clerville	200	-	-	-	-
Villeroy terrace	250	-	-	-	-
Garden n°1 and the staircase at the entrance	500	500	-	-	-
Garden n°1 and the Belvédère du Moulin	500	-	-	-	-
Garden n°2	500	-	-	-	-
Gardens n°3	500	-	-	-	-
Gardens	500	-	-	-	-

Cour du Haut Fort rates and capacity depending on the event On estimate

Information and prices

Spaces available to hire	Rates before tax
Salle Clerville	540
Salle de la Poudrière	540
Mill terrace	4200
Singhen Terrace	4200
Half Moon Terrace	4200
Cour Demi-Lune	3600
Courtyard and Terrace Half Moon	7200
Cour du Haut Fort	on request according to schedule
Pointe de Clerville	3000
Villeroy terrace	3000
Garden n°1 and the entrance staircase	2400
Garden n°1 and the Belvédère du Moulin	6000
Garden n°2	3000
Garden n°3	3600
Gardens	9000

Gardens n°1 and 2 are open to the public only on Mondays and Tuesdays, when they are closed to the public.

Equipment & Facilities

Checkroom
On request and for a fee, La Citadelle de Marseille can provide a checkroom area with racks, hangers and a numbering system.

Conference furniture
On request and for a fee, La Citadelle de Marseille can rent you up to 250 chairs for your conferences, as well as furniture to suit your event and requirements.

Privileged visit

Complete your day by booking a guided tour of this former military fort. Discover the history and restoration of this 5-hectare heritage site accompanied by one of our mediators for 1h15.

Price: €300 excluding VAT for a group of 20 people (1h15 visit)

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Ratings and reviews

4.4

Google - 558 reviews

Mir Farrokh Salek

a month ago

Big castle structure with views of the port

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Dmytro Burdyga

4 months ago

The Citadelle de Marseille, also known as Fort Saint-Nicolas, is a striking historical landmark that reflects Marseille's strategic importance and turbulent history. Constructed in 1660 by Louis XIV, the fort was designed not only to defend the city but also to maintain royal control over its citizens, who had a history of rebellion. Perched on a hill overlooking the Old Port, its imposing architecture offers a vivid reminder of its dual purpose as both a military stronghold and a symbol of royal authority. Today, the fort serves as a captivating destination for history enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. While parts of the site are not fully open to the public due to its status as a military installation, the surrounding area provides spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and the city skyline. Guided tours occasionally delve into the site's history, offering insights into its construction, function, and the significant role it played in shaping Marseille's past. Its blend of historical intrigue and breathtaking scenery makes it a must-visit spot for those exploring Marseille.

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Cherry Kwok

7 months ago

I visited this Fort on a guided tour at 10am on a Saturday. The guide Lola was amazing. She explained the history of why the Fort was built, the various stones used to build the walls, the changes in the use of the fort etc.. I asked her many questions and she answered all of them, showing her professionalism and knowledge about the city. The association in charge of the restoration is doing a meaningful job in helping people such as immigrants, people who have not been working for sometime, and people who would like to change careers to integrate by giving them jobs and classes on how to restore historical buildings, after which they may go work elsewhere. It's a non-profit association and I have so much respect for their work. Last but not least, the highlight of the tour must be the cute and friendly cat, Nicky, who's the queen of the fort who followed us around for quite a bit. I wish I could pat her more and feed her. I cannot recommend this tour more. I just hope the website can offer more clear information about the tours, such as what language the tours will be in and the timetable, so that more non-French speakers could benefit from the tours.

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An Na

9 months ago

It's a nice place to visit in the evening when it's getting dark, as you can see beautiful sunset. The place is under reconstruction, so you won't be able to fully explore it. In the evening it is pretty full with people. The entrance is free.

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Rob (Bharat) Yates

11 months ago

A 17th century fort with beautiful views across the Vieux Port. After climbing the steps at the entrance there is a nice Cafe to welcome you. Well worth a visit if in the area.

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