Vézénobres (French pronunciation: [vezenɔbʁ]; Occitan: Vesenòbre) is a commune in the Gard department in the Occitania region in Southern France.

History

Vézénobres is a medieval town that is known for the intense religious wars that lasted a few centuries. It was home to many Protestant leaders, namely, those who were directly involved in the Carmisard wars. Eventually the Catholic Dragoons invaded and killed all of them and they were buried in the walls of their own houses. [citation needed]

Demographics

Historical population
YearPop.±% p.a.
1968 914    
1975 1,056+2.08%
1982 1,092+0.48%
1990 1,312+2.32%
1999 1,391+0.65%
2007 1,663+2.26%
2012 1,733+0.83%
2017 1,774+0.47%
2023 1,865+0.84%
Source: INSEE[3]

Personalities

The English rock singer Mick Jagger (of the Rolling Stones) bought a house in the village in 1978. He only remained there for a few months.

See also

References

  1. "Répertoire national des élus: les maires" (in French). data.gouv.fr, Plateforme ouverte des données publiques françaises. 13 September 2022.
  2. "Populations de référence 2023" (in French). National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies. 18 December 2025.
  3. Population municipale entre 1968 et 2023, INSEE