Treaty of Nîmes

The Treaty of Nîmes, signed in 1579, was an agreement during the French Wars of Religion between Catholic and Protestant leaders. It aimed to ease religious tensions by granting limited rights and tolerance to Huguenots (French Protestants), particularly in certain towns and regions. While it allowed Protestants some freedom to worship and hold political positions, it did not resolve the broader conflict, and violence continued. The treaty was part of ongoing efforts to achieve peace in France amid deep religious divisions.