Saint Cannat is a village not far from Aix en Provence which takes its origins from the "Saint Ermite", later the "Evêque de Marseille" who called it Canus Natus and gave the village its name. This dates back to the 5th century.

While walking around Saint Cannat, you will discover several 17th and 18th century fountains, old communal washing areas and door-ways which are the remains of the medieval ramparts.

Don't miss the village museum which will explain the rich history of Saint Cannat.

The exhibits are devoted to Provencal garments, agricultural tools, the 1909 earthquake and to "Bailli de Suffren", who was one of the most famous French sailors at the time.

He was born in 1729 in the chateau which today houses the townhall and the museum.