Web infrastructure in Marseille
Marseille is a strategic internet hub in Southern Europe, serving as the primary landing point for submarine cables connecting Europe to Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. The city hosts 5 data centers and 2 major internet exchanges, making it a critical gateway for cross-continental traffic. Its location attracts content providers, cloud platforms, and carriers seeking low-latency routes.
Marseille as an internet hub
Notable operators include dc2scale SAS, Digital Realty, Free Pro, EXA Infrastructure, and PHOCEA DC, each operating one facility. The two internet exchanges are France-IX Marseille, with 110 connected networks, and DE-CIX Marseille, with 108 connected networks. These IXPs provide peering and interconnection for local and international traffic.
Connectivity is bolstered by multiple submarine cable systems landing in Marseille, offering diverse paths to Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The market primarily serves cloud providers, content delivery networks, and telecom carriers. Enterprises and hosting buyers choose Marseille for its high-bandwidth access to Mediterranean and global routes.
Key facts
- 5 data centers operated by dc2scale SAS, Digital Realty, Free Pro, EXA Infrastructure, and PHOCEA DC.
- France-IX Marseille connects 110 networks.
- DE-CIX Marseille connects 108 networks.
- Marseille is a major submarine cable landing hub for Europe-Africa-Asia routes.
- Digital Realty and EXA Infrastructure each run one facility in the city.