Peyrolles-en-Provence

Peyrolles -en- Provence is a commune with 4717 inhabitants (as of January 1, 2011 ) in the department of Bouches -du -Rhône Provence -Alpes- Côte d' Azur region.

Geography

The community is located 20 kilometers away from the Aix -en- Provence and 30 kilometers away Manosque. Neighboring municipalities are Jouques, Pertuis, Meyrargues and Saint -Paul- lès -Durance. The municipality is part of the Communauté d' agglomération du Pays d' Aix. Peyrolles -en- Provence is situated on the Durance.

History

In the 12th century a small castle was built. It belonged to the 15th and 17th century the French king. In the 17th century it was a new owner of its present appearance. The castle eventually went over to the community, who settled the Mairie and various schools here.

Culture and sights

• Saint-Pierre church with a Romanesque nave
• Notre Dame d' Astors from the 12th century
• Belfry

Demography

Demographics

Age structure

28 percent of the population are 19 years old or younger. Four percent of the population 75 years of age or older. Thus, the average age is well below the overall French average age.