Le Roucas Blanc

ROUCAS BLANC : RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD OF THE 7TH DISTRICT OF MARSEILLE

Literally translated as "the white rock," the Roucas Blanc neighborhood owes its name to the rock on which it was built. Bordered by the Roucas Blanc path, it extends from the Endoume district to the Corniche. Here, you'll find the former secondary homes of Marseille's wealthy families, giving the neighborhood a very bourgeois character. Its fame dates back to the 19th century when the public utility of its hot spring was recognized. A thermal establishment was established, complete with treatment areas, pools, and freshwater swimming pools. Restaurants with panoramic terraces and luxury hotels have also settled in Roucas Blanc. Today, you'll find the famous Sofitel Palm-Beach hotel which has preserved the hot spring that made the neighborhood famous.

Roucas Blanc : A stroll between land and sea

Located in the 7th district of Marseille, between the Vieux-Port and the Notre-Dame de la Garde church, the residential neighborhood of Roucas Blanc in Marseille offers exceptional viewpoints. As you wander its narrow streets, you'll discover numerous staircases leading you to the heights, revealing magnificent landscapes: Notre-Dame de la Garde perched on its hill, the Corniche district, the various islands of Marseille, their forts, and castles, and the endless sea. A soothing stroll allowing you to recharge away from the city's hustle and bustle while discovering the richness of Marseille's cultural heritage. As you walk, you may catch sight of the Talabot Castle, distinguished in the landscape by its copper-red tones. Don't forget to sit on a terrace for a drink and admire the landscape before going for a swim in the waters of Roucas Blanc beach.