It was first mentioned in 1108 as Treth, and means ferry (Latin: traiectus).

[3] Two centres developed perpendicular to the dike on the Waal River.

Crayestein is a medieval castle, however only the 17th century gate remains.

[5] In 1868, Tricht was cut in two by the railway line Utrecht-Den Bosch.

[4] On 25 June 1967, Tricht was hit by a tornado, destroying part of the town and killing 5 of its inhabitants; 32 people were wounded.