Gémenos (; ) is a commune located 20 kilometers east of Marseille in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southern France.
Population
History Excavations at Gémenos uncovered an ancient road and buildings likely marking a roman settlement entrance (1st–3rd century AD). Finds indicate vineyards, a possible bath complex for travelers, and craft activities like metalworking.L’entrée d’une agglomération antique à Gémenos (Bouches-du-Rhône) – Institut national de recherches archéologiques préventives (Inrap), 02.04.2026. (french)
A property abstract belonging to Wilhem, Count of Marseille, dating back to February 9 934, noted for the first time the existence of a castrum named Geminas at the entry of the Saint Pons valley.
In 1204, the bishop of Marseille Rainier founded the Cistercian abbey of Saint Pons.
Around the 15th century, Geminas was deserted.
In 1563 the Marquis d'Albertas Nicolas and his brother Gaspard, both of Italian origin, acquired the demesne of Gémenos, leading to the development of Gémenos as it is known today.
See also Communes of the Bouches-du-Rhône department
References
External links
Official town website