Mairie de Saint-Thibault

The first mention of the commune's name appears in 1097 in the cartulary of the Abbey of Molême under the name Sanctus Theobaldus.

In 1543, Saint Thibault is mentioned in the charter of the Abbey of Montier-la-Celle. Saint Thibault was a native of Brie (Provins) and son of the Count of Champagne. A great hermit pilgrim in his day, he traveled the ancient paths leading from Provins, Belgium and Germany to Santiago de Compostela, stopping off in northern Italy at Salanigo (near Venice), where he became a priest, before joining the Camaldolese shortly before his death. He was canonized in 1073 by Alexander II. He is the patron saint of charcoal burners. He is venerated throughout Europe for the paths he walked. A relic of the saint is said to exist in the village.

Ten kilometers south of Troyes, near the Seine, lies Saint-Thibault. Although it may be classed as "suburban", the village retains its agricultural character, with seven farms still in the area.

Over the past few years, historical research has led to an exchange of knowledge, cultural and tourist links and friendships between Belgians, Italians and French, all of whom are passionate about the figure of Saint Thibault. Even today, he is the object of great veneration. His relics were scattered mainly in Champagne and here in Saint Thibault.

To preserve its heritage and open up the commune to the world of European culture, the "rencontres théobaldiennes" are organized every year in a different town.

Saint-Thibault offers a range of facilities: a multi-purpose hall, a youth hall, 1 stadium and 1 school sports field. The commune is home to around 20 industrial and craft businesses and 2 restaurants. There are also a number of associations.

source : www.troyes-champagne-métropole.fr