The Mémorial des Déportations is one of the most touching places of memory in Marseille. Located near the Vieux Port, inside a former German air-raid shelter built in 1943, the memorial pays tribute to the victims from Marseille of the Nazi deportation during World War II. It is an essential stop for those who want to delve into the history of the Resistance and the persecutions that affected the French population between 1942 and 1944.

The modern and engaging exhibition guides the visitor through an emotional and historical journey with testimonies, period photographs, original documents, and multimedia installations. An interactive wall allows discovering the names and stories of over 4,000 deportees from Marseille, some of whom never returned.

The Memorial stands out for its sober yet powerful language, capable of conveying the human and social impact of deportation. The path unfolds in underground, silent, and evocative environments that amplify the sense of contemplation and respect.