In the heart of a triangle between Aix,
Marseille and Marignane, Cabriès is a
mediaeval village perched on a crag. Its
name is derived from "Cabre" (goat in
Provençal).

Heritage

- Edgar Mélik Castle Museum: This former fortress was the home of the Counts of Provence, and split up during the French Revolution. The painter Edgar Melik lived
there from 1934 until his death. It now houses temporary exhibitions dedicated to the great names of the history of art.
- Castle of Trébillane (12th century)

Traditions and Events

. Trébillane Festival ("Rencontre de Trébillane") (June)
. Blessing of the Horses (Easter weekend)
. Under-15's International Football Tournament (Ascension weekend)
. Summer market (14 July 2003)
. Cabriès Village Festival with a traditional meal of "pieds paquets" (tripe)(end of July)
. Calas Village Festival with the traditional "aïoli" (garlic dish) (end of August)
. Cabre d'Or Marathon (October)
. Christmas Market (early December)