Treytorrens

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Treytorrens is a small Swiss municipality in the canton of Vaud, in the Broye-Vully district. It covers about 3.1 square kilometers and sits at an elevation of 666 meters. The village has around 114 residents (as of 2020), and French is by far the main language. The area is mainly agricultural, with fields and a noticeable amount of forest and only a small portion of land developed for buildings and roads.

History and origin
Treytorrens has ancient roots, with evidence of a Roman settlement. It was first mentioned in 1194 as Troterens. In the Middle Ages, the lords of Treytorrens were vassals of the Bishop of Lausanne, later recognizing the authority of Peter II, Count of Savoy. The village’s center grew around a 13th‑century fortified house known as the “castle” of Treytorrens. Over the centuries, ownership of the seigneury changed several times, passing through families and refugees until 1798. From 1536 to 1798 the area was part of Bern’s Moudon district. After administrative reforms, it belonged to the Payerne district (1798–2006) and since 2006 has been in the Broye-Vully district. A land consolidation project in the early 1940s modernized farming practices.

Heritage and sights
The Swiss Reformed Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste is a national heritage site and has undergone restorations in 1907 and 1985. The entire village is considered part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.

Coat of arms
Treytorrens’ coat of arms features a red background with three silver fishes.

People and life
As of 2020, about 114 people live here; in 2000 the population was 124. The community is overwhelmingly French-speaking, with only a small number of German or Italian speakers. The population has generally declined since the 19th century, after peaking in the 1850s. Most residents belong to the Swiss Reformed Church, with a small Catholic minority and some who are unaffiliated.

Economy and work
Unemployment has been very low. The local economy is mainly farming, with several farms in operation and a few people working in construction. Many residents commute to jobs outside the municipality, using cars or public transport.

Education and society
A share of residents have completed upper secondary or higher education, with some people studying outside Treytorrens. The village supports a mix of households, including families and individuals living alone.

Overall, Treytorrens is a small, traditional agricultural village with a notable church, a historic fortress centerpiece, and a quiet, rural way of life.