Les halles de la Major, Restaurant with rooftop terrace in 2nd arrondissement, Marseille, France.
Description
Les Halles de la Major is a restaurant with a rooftop terrace located near Marseille's harbor and cathedral. It serves Mediterranean food made with local ingredients in a contemporary space that opens to the sky above the old district.
History
This site was once the heart of Marseille's food market and supply hub for the surrounding neighborhoods. The conversion into a modern restaurant preserves the memory of that market tradition while serving today's diners.
Culture
The name references the cathedral next door and reflects Marseille's deep connection to food and gathering. People come here to eat together while feeling close to the harbor and the city's maritime past.
Practical
The terrace is the best spot to enjoy views of the cathedral and harbor, especially as the sun sets. Wear comfortable shoes, as reaching the rooftop involves climbing stairs from street level.
Did you know?
Many visitors do not realize they can see the same cathedral that traders saw centuries ago when this was a real market hall. The view connects past and present, telling Marseille's story in a single glance across time.
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