Fort Saint-Nicolas, Military fort in Marseille, France
Fort Saint-Nicolas stands divided into two sections by Boulevard Charles Livon, with one part facing the sea and another section towards the land.
King Louis XIV ordered the construction of this fortification in 1660 to maintain control over the population of Marseille during a period of civil unrest.
The structure represents classical French military architecture of the 17th century, designed by Louis Nicolas de Clerville to protect the city's harbor.
Visitors need to contact the local tourist office to arrange access to certain sections of the fort, including the ramparts with views of the port.
The fortress earned recognition as a monument historique in 1969 and received special attention in 2018 for heritage preservation due to structural concerns.
Location: 7th arrondissement of Marseille
Inception: 1660
Architects: Louis Nicolas de Clerville
GPS coordinates: 43.29083,5.36250
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:40
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