Châtres, Seine-et-Marne

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Châtres is a commune in the Seine-et-Marne department in the Île-de-France region in north-central France.

History

Châtres began as a Roman camp. Its name, formerly Chastres, is derived from Latin castrum. Châtres is documented as the place where Saint Corbinian was born circa 670 and where he maintained a hermitage for fourteen years.

Demographics

The inhabitants of Châtres are called Châtriots. As of 2017, its population is 678.

Places of interest

Place of interest include the Château de Boulayes and its park.

Agriculture

The area produces cereal grain.

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