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Château d'If
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In the heart of the Marseille roadstead, this small 16th-century fortress-prison on its islet is world-famous thanks to Alexandre Dumas' novel, "The Count of Monte Cristo". It is also one of the most visited sites in the Phocean city.
Overview of the Château d'If
In the heart of the Marseille roadstead, this small 16th-century fortress-prison on its islet is world-famous thanks to Alexandre Dumas' novel, "The Count of Monte Cristo". It is also one of the most visited sites in the Phocean city.
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- Type of site: fort.
- Tourist interest: (recommended).
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- Website: http://www.chateau-if.fr/
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