Trets, commune in Bouches-du-Rhône, France
Trets is a small commune in southern France located in the Bouches-du-Rhône region. The town spreads across a hilltop with old stone houses, narrow winding streets, and traditional buildings that remain visible throughout the village.
Trets traces its origins to the ancient Greek settlement of Trittia and later to Roman roads that connected cities across Provence. A castle was built in the 13th century under the control of powerful regional families, giving the town military importance for centuries.
The name Trets likely comes from an ancient Greek settlement called Trittia. Today the town maintains local traditions through regular festivals honoring saints, where residents gather for music, traditional food, and processions that reflect the rhythm of community life.
The town is best explored on foot, with cobbled streets and several viewpoints such as the Chapel of Saint-Jean on a hilltop that offers views over the valley. Markets happen on certain days and are a good place to meet locals and discover fresh regional produce.
The ruins of the former castle Château d'Arlulfe still display sections of walls that show how the town once defended itself. Jean-Jacques Clérion, a skilled sculptor from the 19th century, was born here and left his artistic legacy in the town's local history.
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