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France/Marseille

Culture/Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde

France/Marseille/Culture/Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde

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Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde

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Culture•Historical Sites

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A symbolic basilica overlooking the city of Marseille.

More About Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde

The Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde is a 19th-century neo-Byzantine church and a major landmark in Marseille. Perched on the highest natural point in the city, it offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean and the cityscape. Known as 'La Bonne Mère' by locals, the basilica is a place of pilgrimage and features stunning mosaics and a striking golden statue of the Virgin Mary.

What Makes It Special

Offers the best panoramic views of Marseille from its hilltop location

Address

Rue Fort du Sanctuaire, 13281 Marseille, France

Website

Website information may not always be current

Best Time to Visit

Best visited in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds

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