Marseille, France

Fort Saint-Nicolas and the Citadel

Fort Saint-Nicolas and the Citadel, Marseille

Raised by Louis the Fourteenth to control rebellious Marseille, this double fortress later became a prison and wartime stronghold. Guided visits reveal its bastions, divided rock, restoration works and unexpectedly wild glacis.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Fort Saint-Nicolas and the Citadel, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 43.291097, 5.362335

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