The park's name refers to the 2,600th anniversary of Marseille, founded circa 600 BC.
The landscape architecture divides the area into four geographic themes: French, Oriental, African, and Provençal.
The park was constructed on the grounds of the decommissioned Prado-Carénage railway station.
A 12-meter-long monument, 'The Tree of Hope,' is located within the park grounds.
The park contains over 200 species of trees and more than 40,000 shrubs.
Parc du 26ème Centenaire is a 10-hectare urban park built on the site of the former Prado railway station. The park commemorates the 2,600th anniversary of the founding of Marseille by Phocaean Greeks. Its layout features four distinct themed gardens representing oriental, African, Provençal, and French landscape styles. A central canal and a large pond serve as the park's structural spine, surrounded by lawns and pedestrian walkways. The grounds include dedicated recreational facilities, including a skatepark and multiple children's playgrounds. It acts as a major green lung in the city's 10th arrondissement. The site incorporates the remnants of the old railway tracks into its modern design.
The pedestrian bridge overlooking the central canal for a view of the park's symmetry.
Bring a picnic as there is significant lawn space, though shade can be limited in the central open areas.
Use the paths on the western side of the park for easier access to the themed gardens.
Visit during weekdays to avoid the high density of families and local youth groups present on weekends.
Avoid visiting during peak summer afternoons as the lack of mature tree coverage in certain sections leads to high sun exposure.
No specific dress code, though standard public park conduct applies; dogs must be kept on a leash.
