Near Marseille. This Provençal village has gained the most inhabitants since 2016

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If Marseille is obviously the most populated city in Bouches-du-Rhône, it is not the one which has gained the most inhabitants in recent years.

According to the latest figures from INSEE, it is Vernègueslocated 1 hour 20 minutes' drive from the Phocaean city, which has progressed the most since 2016. Here are more details.

Vernègues is on the rise

This was already the case last year and this is confirmed with the figures from the latest INSEE census, published on December 19.

Between 2016 and 2022, Vernègues, right next to Salon-de-Provence, has in fact experienced an increase in its population of 3,52 %which is the highest rate in the department. In 2022, 2.158 habitants were in fact counted there.

A positive development for this place which had 1,437 souls in 2010 and 1,701 in 2015.

A rural village and a rich Provençal heritage

This charming rural village was born in the 8th century, on the Grand Puech plateau, 394 meters high, with a breathtaking view of the famous Sainte-Victoire.

On June 11, 1909, an earthquake measuring 6 on the Richter scale completely destroyed the village of Vernègues. The ruins of the old castle and the old church are still visible today.

Several remarkable historical sites

The town will be rebuilt 90 meters lower. You can appreciate several remarkable historical sites, notably the Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes church and the Naud washhouses, in the heart of the village.

To the west of the town, you can visit the remains of the Roman temple of Château-Bas, dating from the end of the 1st century BC. The temple has been classified as a historic monument since 1840.

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