16th arrondissement of Marseille, Municipal district in Marseille, France
The 16th arrondissement is a district along Marseille's Mediterranean coast that includes several distinct neighborhoods such as L'Estaque, Les Riaux, and Saint-Henri. The area covers a large expanse and forms a significant part of the city's northern seaside zone.
This area developed over centuries into a hub for trade and maritime activities along the coast. Its industrial and seafaring past has shaped the district's structure and appearance through to today.
The area has long been tied to fishing traditions that still shape how locals live by the waterfront. This connection to the sea shows in daily habits and how people gather in public spaces throughout the neighborhoods.
To explore the different neighborhoods, walking is the best way to move around and allows time to pause by the waterfront. You will find your bearings easily by following the water and using local pathways throughout the area.
The Notre-Dame de la Galline chapel dates from early Christian times and stands as one of the oldest religious buildings in this part of the city. Its age and location make it a quiet testament to the long settlement history of this coastal district.
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