Bouches-du-Rhône

Bouches-du-Rhône is a department in southeastern France located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, with Marseille as its prefecture and largest city. The department is named after the mouths of the Rhône River and is known for its Mediterranean coastline, including parts of the French Riviera, as well as its rich cultural heritage and major port cities. It is one of France's most populous departments and serves as an important economic hub with significant maritime trade, tourism, and industrial activity.