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 One of the oldest churches of Marseille |
10, place Daviel Marseille 13002 France +33 491 72 4347 |
The last relics of one of the oldest churches in Marseille, this building was built in the 12th Century and altered in the 14th and 17th Centuries. It was destroyed during the revolution for hosting meetings of the sections who were outraged by the convention. Only the bell was saved. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Protestant church |
103, la Canebière Marseille 13001 France |
This Protestant church is situated in the centre of town on the famous La Canebière main road which leads to the Vieux-Port. Meetings, services, prayer sessions, children's group gatherings, family association meetings are held throughout the week. Call ahead for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Situated in the northern district |
79, route Nationale de St-Antoine Marseille 13003 France |
Born of the Protestant Evangelical movement in the 16th and 17th centuries, the Assemblies of God were established in France by the Pentecostal movement at the beginning of the 20th century and are a very loyal continuation of the Christian assemblies or churches dating back to the times of the Apostles. Their one and only authority is the Bible. Their doctrines are based on salvation by the Grace of God, baptism of the Holy Spirit, the return of Jesus Christ and the miraculous healing of the sick. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 The city's symbol |
Colline de la Garde Marseille 13006 France +33 491 13 4080 |
Topped by a monumental gilded bronze statue of the Virgin and Child - added in 1870 - Marseilles' distinctive basilica dominates the city from its highest point of 154m. Formerly used as a look-out post and important city fortification (François I had a fort built here in 1524), the hill on which it stands - Colline de la Garde - became a popular place of worship and pilgrimage with the building of this Romano-Byzantine-style basilica. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the church was built on the site of the first chapel erected here in 1214. Today's basilica, designed by Espérandieu, formed part of major building work undertaken during the Second Empire and was consecrated in 1864. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Local Church |
20 esplanade de la Tourette Marseille 13002 France |
Chapelle Sainte Catherine, right next to Eglise Saint-Laurent, was built in the seventeenth century. It contains a beautiful set of tapestries by the entryway. In addition to its spiritual functions, the Chapelle Sainte Catherine occasionally holds classical and choral concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Built between 1680 and 1702 |
26, place Edmond-Audran Marseille 13004 France +33 491 49 4076 |
Founded in 1633, this monument, partly destroyed during the Revolution, extended over 27 acres. Designed by Tom Berger, the 3 nave church, built in 1680, was dedicated to Saint-Marie-Magdeleine in 1702. The façade is composed of two superposed orders, ionique and corinthian and even after the damage caused by the Revolution, its interior has preserved its powerful and austere architecture. This church became a parish in 1803. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Our Lady of the Mount |
Place Notre-Dame-du-Mont 1, rue de Lodi Marseille 13006 France +33 491 48 3696 http://www.paroisse.net/nd-du-... |
Notre-Dame du Mont is located in central Marseille between La Plaine and the Rue de Rome. The 1588 church was built on the ruins of the Saint-Etienne du Plan priory, whose altar attracted ex-voto-bearing sailors and pilgrims from all over the world. Population increase led to Notre-Dame's reconstruction and assignment as a parish church in 1824, just in time for Chopin to play the organ at singer Adolphe Nourrit's funeral in 1839. The Rue de Lodi wing was built in 1885, and a multicoloured bas-relief tympanum was added to the Neoclassical façade in 1898. Finally, the bell tower was given a boost in height in 1901. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic Dominican Monastery |
35 rue Edmond Rostand Marseille 13006 France +33 4 96 10 07 00 http://marseille.dominicains.com/ |
Although the original building no longer stands, this abbey in Marseille dates its foundation back to 1225. Today, it is still thriving and portions of the buildings can be visited by the general public. Visit their website for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic Local Church |
25 Rue Adolphe Abeille Marseille 13600 France +33 4 42 71 43 82 |
Eglise Notre Dame de l'Assomption is a seventeenth-century, classical style church located in the town of La Ciotat. It was painstakingly restored over a period of fifteen years. Today it serves the religious community as a place of worship, as well as an occasional concert hall for classical music performances. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local Church |
64 rue Grignan Marseille 13006 France +33 4 91 33 32 13 |
Eglise Saint Charles is a fine example of neo-classical architecture. First built in 1826, it has undergone several restorations. The church has an excellent organ, and frequently holds classical concerts. Call for more information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine Local Church |
Place Saint Michel Marseille 13260 France +33 4 42 01 70 72 http://cassis.paroisse.free.fr/ |
Eglise Saint Michel is a stately church in the town of Cassis, located about 30 kilometers outside of Marseille. It is built in a Roman fashion, but was actually constructed in the nineteenth century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historical Church |
1, Rue de l'Etoile angle Dominicaines Marseille 13001 France +33 4 91 90 76 67 |
Eglise Saint Théodore is classified as an official historic monument. Built in a Renaissance style, its original construction dates back to 1633. It has an impressive façade in stone and an organ with a fine tone. Eglise Saint Théodore occasionally presents classical concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Built in the 17th century in the gothic style |
4, place des Prêcheurs Marseille 13001 France +33 491 90 8547 |
Originally, this was a Dominican convent church built at the end of the 16th century. Dedicated in 1619 to the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin, the church then became a parish in 1803 dedicated to Saint Cannat, a former Marseille bishop. Inside is a superb organ case(1746-1749), the high alter of Fossaty (1755) as well as canvases by Michel Serre, all of which contribute to its historical heritage. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Country Church |
Quai Alsace Lorraine Jonquières Marseille 13500 France +33 4 42 42 10 65 |
Built in 1625 in the classic style, this lovely little church performs mass throughout the week for its parishioners. Call for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local Church |
1, Place de l'Archange Marseille 13005 France +33 4 91 42 34 45 |
Eglise Saint-Michel was designed by architect Pierre-Marius Bérengier, and is the first neo-Gothic church in Marseille. In addition to its spiritual functions, the church also occasionally puts on classical music concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Religious Sanctuary |
20 place Antide Boyer Marseille 13009 France +33 4 91 75 17 60 http://catholique-marseille.ce... |
This catholic church offers mass as well as occasional concerts to the public. Visit the website for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sacred Site |
35, Rue de la Palud Marseille 13001 France +33 4 91 59 80 10 |
Eglise de la Trinité-La Pelud, consecrated in 1829, is a former convent. Today it serves the Catholic community of Marseille, and occasionally stages classical and choral concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church in La Canebière |
2 cours Franklin-Roosevelt Marseille 13001 France +33 4 91 42 35 52 http://www.marseillenet.com/ma... |
Built on the location of a seventeenth-century Augustinian convent, this nineteenth-century church retains it ancient air through its neo-Gothic architecture. This imposing church is not to be missed! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Armenian church |
Lotissement du Commandeur St-Antoine Marseille 13015 France |
This church is part of the Armenian evangelical movement. It was founded by members of the Armenian community who came to Marseille at the beginning of the 20th century. It is situated in the north of Marseille. A bilingual service (French and Armenian) is held on Sundays. On Tuesdays, there is a prayer session and on Thursdays, there is a bible study class too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Evangelical church |
212, avenue de la Rose Marseille 13013 France |
This Evangelical church is situated in the de la Rose district. The origins of this church can be found in the Protestant Evangelical movement of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. It was established in France by the Pentecostal movement at the beginning of the 20th century. It remains faithful to the tradition of Christian assemblies which have been taking place since the time of the Apostles. Their only authority is the Bible. They believe in the doctrines of salvation by Grace, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, the second coming of Christ and the miraculous healing of the sick. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Imposing splendor |
Place de la Major Marseille 13002 France +33 491 90 5357 |
This Roman-Byzantine cathedral was built in the middle of the 19th Century by Léon Vaudoyer, on the remains of the ancient Roman-Provençal "Major" building which dates back to the 12th Century.With a capacity of 3000, it is the largest cathedral in France since the Middle Ages and inside, the marble slabs, impressive porphyry columns and mosaics reflect the cathedral's true splendor, complemented by magnificent altars from the 12th and 15th centuries, and earthenware from the Della Robbia workshop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Built between 1920 and 1947 |
2, rue Saint-Adrien Marseille 13008 France +33 491 79 0528 |
Based on the plans of the architect Dupoux, the church was built between 1920 and 1947. We can denote a mixture of Roman-Byzantine and eclectism styles. In June the "magistrate's vows" remain a tradition here. Inside is sublime, marble, granite, mosaïques and stained-glass windows mix well. A Pietà (Virgin) signed by the sculptor Louis Botinelly and stained-glass windows by Henri Pinta are well worth the visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Canvases by Michel Serre |
Quai du Port Marseille 13001 France |
In the twelfth century, the site of Saint Ferréol's church was a Templar command post; the monastico-chivalric order was banned, and in 1369 the Augustine monks acquired the Knights' buildings. The current church was consecrated in 1542 and finished in the 18th century. In 1804, city planners had two of the structure's five bays removed; the erection of a neo-Baroque façade, executed by Désiré Michel, followed. Within the church one may view a pulpit designated as a historical monument, the reliquary bust of Saint Ferréol, and canvases by the Provençal painter Michel Serre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In the Roman-provincial style |
Esplanade de la Tourette Marseille 13002 France +33 491 90 9981 |
This Roman-Provincial church was built in the 12th century, exactly in the same place where the first Greek temple, dedicated to Apollo once stood. The fourteenth-century belfry was rebuilt in the 17th century, but in 1668, when the St-Jean fort was extended, the hillock descending towards the sea was cut off by a ditch, destroying the church façade. The main access to the church is now on the right-hand side. This lovely church and her Saint Catherine chapel withstood the destruction of this fishing district (the Saint-Jean district) during the occupation by the German troops in 1943, preserving its beautiful Roman architecture of pink limestone, found in La Couronne, a nearby village on the Riviera. Its vault is decorated with liemes and tiercerons, from a late Gothic period, only found in Marseille and the chapel holds many different works of art of which certain originate from Saint-Laurent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Christian beginnings |
3, rue de l'Abbaye Marseille 13007 France +33 496 11 2260 |
Situated on the southern bank of the Vieux-Port above the dry dock, this abbey founded in the 5th century on the tomb of an ancient Christian martyr played an important role in Christianity's development in the Mediterranean between the 11th and 18th centuries. In the 14th century, Pope Urbain V (then installed in Avignon) oversaw its fortification. The abbey's crypt and catacombs, which contain a number of ancient sarcophagi, are open to visitors, whilst its excellent acoustics make it the perfect venue for the religious and classical music concerts held here on a regular basis. Large crowds attend its special ceremonies for la fête de la Chandeleur (Candlemas) in February. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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