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Abbaye Saint-Victor

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Fortified abbey founded by St. Cassian & built over the 5th-century crypt housing his sarcophagus. People often mention Marseille, visit, church, crypt, view, port, beautiful, abbey, history, worth,


Address

Pl. Saint-Victor, 13007 Marseille, France

Website

www.saint-victor.net

Contact

+33 4 96 11 22 60

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (3.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Monday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 7 pm
  • Friday: 9 am to 7 pm

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: Marseille (29) visit (22) church (21) crypt (20) view (14) port (14) beautiful (13) abbey (13) history (13) worth (11)
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  • 5/5 Laura K. 4 years ago on Google
    So very cool! Pay the 2€ to go into the crypts downstairs! Also the church is beautiful and the newer style stained glass windows were a fun change from the other churches of the same age.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 André M. 2 years ago on Google • 139 reviews
    Amazing place, ancient caves from 4th century… much more impressive than any other church here
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ana C. 1 year ago on Google • 121 reviews
    This inconspicuous abbey is one of the most beautiful religious buildings in Marseille. The darkness and somberness of the church in this Middle Age religious building is interrupted by the magnificent ethereal and colourful light that comes through the stained glass in the morning. They have several masses in French and some in Arabic.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Zaki M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Emblematic place in Marseille to visit, the view is 180 degrees high, do not miss it .... (Original) Endroit emblématique sur Marseille à visiter , la vue a 180 degrés de haut , ne le ratez pas ....
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sylvio H. 2 years ago on Google • 550 reviews
    A must visit historical monument in Marseille. Make sure to visit the underground crypt. Worth the small entrance fee.

  • 4/5 Felix N. 4 years ago on Google
    Authentic building with no changes to the original design. It’s dead peaceful and a nice church to visit to appreciate the authenticity of churches built at the time.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nick A. 9 months ago on Google • 89 reviews
    St-Victor is charming inside. For 2,- Euros you can also visit additional space in basement. During our visit it looked like they were preparing some exhibition.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel G. 4 years ago on Google
    Pretty church. Catacombs cost only 2€ but are very small.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pedro Barros V. 6 years ago on Google
    It’s not the kind of church with huge paints, it’s even better. Once you enter you feel the historical atmosphere and context. It’s free, have a little store inside and a few video-tour.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Josh W. 1 year ago on Google
    The Abbaye is beautiful, dark, and peaceful. A note for tourists: the crypt had a 2€ entrance fee and the caretakers do NOT take card payments. Was really looking forward to seeing it, a little modernisation is needed to ensure that the tourist continue to spend their money with you.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ahmet Göksel A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super view (Original) Süper manzara
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angel K. 9 months ago on Google • 504 reviews
    Former abbey now fortified church, Abbaye Saint-Victor was named after a local soldier and martyr, Victor of Marseille. There were crypts that used to house the remains of a number of Saints. The church was on a hilltop giving you a stunning view of Vieux-Port.

  • 5/5 Alan P. 6 years ago on Google • 472 reviews
    Well worth a visit to this fortified abbey church. Some beautiful stained glass. Check out the crypt as well. Good views from the square in front across the old port

  • 5/5 Fran P. 7 months ago on Google • 285 reviews
    One of the oldest churches I've been in. Dates back to the Roman's and Greeks approximately 2b.c. (the crypts). The views of the port are spectacular.

  • 5/5 Victoria S. 7 months ago on Google • 190 reviews
    A very atmospheric place full of history. The visit to the crypt costs 2E but in any case worths it.

  • 4/5 jake h. 1 year ago on Google • 185 reviews
    This abbey is an interesting place to see the historic layers of Marseille. They crypt is well worth the two euros to get in.

  • 5/5 - 8 months ago on Google • 149 reviews
    Absolutely worth visit if you have interest in religion, history, architecture. Breathtaking view you of the city. For extra 2Euros you also can visit the crypt. Absolutely worth it.

  • 5/5 Petr V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent (Original) Magnifique

  • 5/5 christian c. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The crypt is a marvel of the 4 / 5th century period with a set of remarkable sarcophagi. Indispensable to see when staying in Marseille (Original) La crypte est une merveille de la période 4/5eme siècle avec un ensemble de sarcophages remarquables.Indispensable à voir lorsque l'on séjourne à Marseille

  • 5/5 Cyrille F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very pretty and well restored. The church is in restoration for a few years. To visit (Original) Très joli et bien restauré. L'église est quant à elle en restauration pour quelques années. A visiter

  • 4/5 Gaelle B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice little gem with an incredible crypt (Original) Joli petit bijou avec une crypte incroyable

  • 4/5 杨星晨 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A magnificent view of the city (Original) Une vue magnifique sur la ville

  • 5/5 eregolia d i. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Iconic place it is possible to visit the cellars. It is a very interesting place, steeped in history, and where it makes a great leap to meet up in summer for the freshness brought to the heart of the dodger. The agent at the entrance is full of anecdote about the place and its history. It is a place in the history of Marseille and Provence (Original) Lieu emblématique il est possible de visiter les caveaux. Ç est un lieux très intéressant, chargé d histoire,et où il fait bond de se retrouver en été pour la fraîcheur apporté en plein cagnard. L agent à l entrée est plein d anecdote sur le lieu et son histoire. C est un lieu de l histoire de Marseille et de la provence

  • 5/5 Jacques c. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of the first churches in Marseille with a huge history which has become the Basilica of all the churches in the south of France (Original) Une des premières églises de Marseille avec une histoire énorme qui est devenue la Basilique de toutes les églises du sud de la france

  • 2/5 gleb s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) There is nothing special about him. Do not waste your time. Only if you are on the way. (Original) Нет в нем ничего особенного. Не тратьте свое время. Только если вам по пути.

  • 5/5 Dina M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A historic and very old site, built since the 5th century, which is really rare to find in Marseille. There are traces of the period of early Christianity in the underground part with sarcophagi and reliefs. (Original) Un site historique et très ancien, bâti depuis le Ve siècle, ce qui est vraiment rare d’en trouver à Marseille. Il y a des traces de la période du début christianisme dans la partie souterraine avec des sarcophages et des reliefs.

  • 5/5 sandrine A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) a typical place I loved. very pleasant welcome perfect calm if I go back to Marseille this is where I will stop. (Original) un lieu typique j ai adoré. accueil tres agréable un calme parfait si je repasse a Marseille c'est ici que je m arrêterai.

  • 4/5 Joel E. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful cathedral. Could benefit from additional information.

  • 5/5 M1978 A. 5 years ago on Google
    Wowww, so beautiful and fascinating place, you can be in touch with the history of people who lived and prayed there. I find it very mystical and mysterious especially in visiting the crypts. Just amazing!

  • 5/5 Black 2 years ago on Google
    Great hidden gem in the port. Only 2 eu entrance fee to see the basememt with old relics.

  • 5/5 Maria G. 2 years ago on Google
    Spiritual mystical place

  • 3/5 Emmanuel G. 1 year ago on Google
    The abbey church has a fine atmosphere to it, dark and subdued. Clearly in need of restoration as netting has to protect visitors from falling stones! The famous crypt can be visited for two euros, and is worth a look, although it is humid. Very interesting place, but as it is now presented, not worth a long detour.

  • 4/5 Nicholas N. 1 year ago on Google
    Nothing special but with my student id I got to go down to the crypts which was a nice experience and feels unreal in some ways

  • 5/5 Sonia B. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful! I attended a "Violons de Prague" concert organised by "Les Amis de l'Abbaye", it was absolutely superb.

  • 5/5 Giovanni B. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place except for asking me to put my mask on every 5 minutes but it's hard to breathe in those stupid diapers merci beaucoup

  • 4/5 aaron g. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice medieval monastery. Unfortunately there are some restoration works going on on the facade but its still open. I'd recommend paying the 2 euro fee to enter the crypt. Its pretty big.

  • 5/5 Davide P. 1 year ago on Google
    Impossibile to skip this place. The cripta is simply terrific

  • 5/5 Ellen V. 1 year ago on Google
    Definitely worth to enter the crypts. 2 euro's and it is a nice change of scenery.

  • 2/5 Bariha A. 1 year ago on Google
    Not what I expected as compared to other sightseeing places I have been to in Marseille. It's just an old, dark church, not really much to see. There was a communion service taking place, so we couldn't visit the crypt.

  • 5/5 Sergio 1 year ago on Google
    Nice old interior, a bit of a dark vibe, the crypt visit is also worth it. Be aware that it costs 2eur in cash!

  • 5/5 Cj J. 7 months ago on Google
    Very nice abbey with a great view of Marseille port! 1 or 2 resraurants nearby for a great view and drinks.

  • 4/5 Qing L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of the oldest building in Marseille, since the 5th century it has seen its glory days. There is an exhibition of the bones of the saints decorated in cases and sacrophaces. Worth a visit, it doesn't have the crowds of visitors. (Original) Un de plus vieux bâtisse de Marseille, depuis 5eme siècle il ya vu ses jours de gloire. Il ya comme expo des ossements des saints décorée dans des écrins et sacrophaces. Ca vaut le détour , il n'a pas la foule de visiteurs.

  • 5/5 Eric J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The oldest abbey in Marseille, a stone's throw from the shuttle oven (Original) La plus vieille abbaye de Marseille, à 2 pas du four à navettes

  • 5/5 Stanislas R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of my favorite spots (Original) Un de mes spots favoris

  • 5/5 martine b. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful view of the Old Port Quiet area in the early morning The abbey is magnificent (Original) Belle vue sur le Vieux Port Quartier calme le matin tôt L'abbaye est magnifique

  • 5/5 Aurélien R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful, place to visit (Original) Très beau, lieu à visiter

  • 5/5 Jean Pierre M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Well (Original) Bon

  • 5/5 Christophe 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful area (Original) Très bel endroit

  • 5/5 Chloé Maitre D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful place, sublime exterior, the crypt is pretty. The welcome was perfect, really friendly. I recommend the little visit. (Original) Très beau lieu, extérieur sublime, la crypte est jolie. L’accueil était parfait, vraiment sympathique. Je recommande la petite visite.

  • 5/5 Petr N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Thank you Marseille. A strong experience. (Original) Děkuji Marseille. Silný zážitek.

  • 5/5 Jean-Jacques P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Go Om (Original) Allez l'OM

  • 4/5 Thibault G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Fortified abbey which is worth a detour. Very large crypt to visit for 2 euros. (Original) Abbaye fortifiée qui mérite le détour. Très grande crypte à visiter pour 2 euros.

  • 5/5 Philippe E. 3 years ago on Google
    Ambiance particulière dans la plus vieille église de Marseille

  • 5/5 Kenneth H. 5 years ago on Google
    Prob the most beautiful church in the old port. Not the most ornate but simplistically beautiful. The crypts are a must. This is the best place to appreciate the past in Marseille.Simply beautiful !Don’t forget to go downstairs and visit the wonderful crypt ! This simple church is well worth stepping inside and taking in his beauty. Perched on the hill overlooking the old port of Marseille. This church looks like a medieval fort as build in middle age ! The most impressive part is the crypt which was a stone mine during Roman time.... 2000 years of history in one place with a great view over the old harbour

  • 5/5 Julia S. 5 years ago on Google
    Our visit was quiet and contemplative with very few other visitors while we were there on a Monday afternoon. I highly recommend a visit for the historic quality of the architecture and peace.

  • 5/5 Vjekoslav C. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the oldest church I visited , unique place

  • 5/5 Troy R. 4 years ago on Google
    Great old church, probably the oldest one I have ever visited.

  • 5/5 CAROLINE O. 4 years ago on Google
    An historical and spiritual monument.

  • 4/5 Botond J. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice view to the harbour. Impressive building.

  • 5/5 Juliette D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A splendid Battice !!!! (Original) Une Battice splendide !!!!

  • 4/5 Leurasien 1. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful view of the old port. Day and night. (Original) Belle vue sur le vieux port. De jour comme de nuit.

  • 5/5 Irena H. 4 years ago on Google
    One of my Marseille highlights - a fortified mideval abbey with minuscule windows and loads of personality, only a few minutes away from the castel. When you are exploring that side of the port, don't pass it by.

  • 5/5 Sebastien C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent !!! (Original) Magnifique !!!

  • 4/5 François R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful view of the old port from the esplanade in front of the abbey (Original) Belle vue sur le vieux port de l'esplanade devant l'abbaye

  • 4/5 gerard f. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful place beautiful view (Original) Très bel endroit vue magnifique

  • 4/5 Ali S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A breathtaking view of the old port ... (Original) Une vue imprenable sur le vieux port ...

  • 5/5 Xavier C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) An abbey with 1,500 years of history. The crypt is magnificent and incredible, with elements from all centuries, and both Mayan and Christian sarcophagi. A must see. (Original) Une abbaye qui a 1500 ans d'histoire. La crypte est magnifique et incroyable, avec des éléments de tous les siècles, et des sarcophages aussi bien mayens que chrétiens. A voir absolument.

  • 4/5 michal f. 3 years ago on Google
    One of my Marseille highlights - a fortified medieval abbey with minuscule windows and loads of personality, only a few minutes away from the castle. When you are exploring that side of the port, don't pass it by. Most impressive church ever visited. It`s worth going there and going down to the crypt. So much history underneath one church - you will be amazed!

  • 5/5 Alex 2. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very pretty Abbey, visitable catacombs and very pleasant to visit. Friendly and involved staff (Original) Très jolie Abbaye, catacombes visitables et très sympathiques à visiter. Personnel sympa et impliqué

  • 5/5 Solanum W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small guided tours, a crypt for 2 €, and the history of Saint Victor! Do not hesitate to take a shuttle when leaving (Original) Petites visites guidées, un crypte à 2€, et l'histoire de Saint Victor! N'hésitez pas à prendre une navette en sortant

  • 4/5 Nathalie DA M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A place steeped in history, a marvel (Original) Lieu chargé d'histoire, une merveille

  • 5/5 Calypso R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magic (Original) Magique

  • 5/5 Paola Di B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The church is beautiful, but the crypt is truly amazing! With two euros you can take a dip in the past between early Christian chapels and catacombs. Arches, columns, sarcophagi, plays of light ... an almost magical atmosphere. In the church, some young people are available to guide. Visit highly recommended. (Original) Bellissima la chiesa, ma veramente strepitosa la cripta! Con due euro si fa un tuffo nel passato tra cappelle paleocristiane e catacombe. Archi, colonne, sarcofagi, giochi di luce... atmosfera quasi magica. Nella chiesa alcuni giovani sono a disposizione per fare da guida. Visita consigliatissima.

  • 4/5 Hubert N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) High place in the history of France to how much neglected, neglected by the State and the municipality like the oven with shuttles sold only by six at least (and more individually for the snack of the minots of the area and of their mothers) but only in packets not fresh because not out of the oven for gogos, for tourists ... (Original) Haut lieu de l'histoire de France au combien délaissé, négligé par l'Etat et la municipalité a l'instar du four aux navettes vendues uniquement par six au moins (et plus à l'unité pour le goûter des minots du coin et de leurs mères) mais seulement en paquets pas fraîches car pas sorties du four pour les gogos, pour les touristes...

  • 5/5 Philippe B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Simple and sincere welcome. (Original) Accueil simple et sincère.

  • 5/5 Nadir El K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I love coming here, it clears my mind (Original) J adore venir ici ça vide l' esprit


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  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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