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Savonnerie du Midi

Shops, Art craftsmen, Craftmen, Soap shop in Marseille 15ème
  • The soap factory opens the doors to its workshops and museum dedicated to Marseille soap. Guided tours are free for individuals at 11 am and 2 pm, and for groups at 10 am and 3:30 pm, both with advance booking.

  • The Savonnerie du Midi is one of the last factories in Marseille to use the traditional skills of a master soap-maker. It has been awarded the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company) label, and is a member of the Union des Professionnels du Savon de Marseille (UPSM).

    Groups can book their guided tour at 10am or 3:30pm, and a single group rate of €50 will apply.
    Free tours for individuals at 11am and 2pm on reservation, and tours on reservation for groups at 10am and...
    The Savonnerie du Midi is one of the last factories in Marseille to use the traditional skills of a master soap-maker. It has been awarded the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company) label, and is a member of the Union des Professionnels du Savon de Marseille (UPSM).

    Groups can book their guided tour at 10am or 3:30pm, and a single group rate of €50 will apply.
    Free tours for individuals at 11am and 2pm on reservation, and tours on reservation for groups at 10am and 3:30pm.
    Our tour is ERP and suitable for people with reduced mobility.

    We also offer tours adapted to different types of visitors, including a treasure hunt for children to enjoy with the whole family, and give them a coloring book and a bar of soap at the end of the tour (while stocks last).

    Tours can be conducted in English.

    Access: take bus 30 towards La Savine, get off at Cité des Arts de la Rue, then 8 minutes on foot.

    Accessible for disabled
Services
  • Accessibility
    • Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
    • Lift (80 x 130 cm) and door >= 77 cm
  • Activities
    • Discovery
    • Heritage
  • Equipment
    • Car park
    • Private parking
  • Services
    • Guided tours
    • Online shop
Openings
  • All year
  • Monday
    10:00 AM - 12:45 PM
    1:45 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 12:45 PM
    1:45 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    10:00 AM - 12:45 PM
    1:45 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday
    10:00 AM - 12:45 PM
    1:45 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday
    10:00 AM - 12:45 PM
    1:45 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday
    Closed
    -
  • Sunday
    Closed
    -
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