5th arrondissement of Marseille

The 5th arrondissement is a municipal district in central Marseille that encompasses several neighborhoods with different characters. It brings together older quarters like Baille and La Conception with newer residential areas, featuring a mix of apartment buildings, small shops, and local services.

The area was once divided into separate parishes before being integrated into the modern city district during Marseille's administrative reforms. This restructuring shaped how the neighborhoods are organized today.

The 5th arrondissement maintains a population of 45,449 residents as of 2021, representing different communities across its four main neighborhoods.

The district is well-connected by public transit with several tram lines and bus routes linking it to other parts of the city. Walking around is relatively straightforward on mostly flat streets that make exploring on foot easy.

The area reaches a population density of 20,290 inhabitants per square kilometer, making it one of the most concentrated residential zones in Marseille.

Location: Marseille

Part of: third sector of Marseille

Shares border with: 1st arrondissement of Marseille, 4th arrondissement of Marseille, 6th arrondissement of Marseille, 10th arrondissement of Marseille, 12th arrondissement of Marseille

GPS coordinates: 43.29221,5.39764

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:42