Monthey

Monthey is a municipality in Valais that serves as a regional administrative center near the Swiss Alps. The town combines practical functions of governance with its role as a hub connecting to surrounding mountain areas.

Roman settlements once occupied this area, as shown by archaeological finds from ancient times. From these early roots, the location grew into the regional administrative center it is today.

The old town center holds buildings that show how people lived and worked in earlier times. Walking through these streets reveals how the region evolved over generations.

The municipality uses postal code 1870 for most addresses, while some neighborhoods like Choex and Les Giettes use code 1871. These postal divisions help organize mail delivery and location information across the area.

The town sits strategically in a valley between major mountain passes, making it a natural gathering point for people moving through the region. This position on an ancient trade route shaped how it developed over time.

Location: Monthey District

Location: Canton of Valais

Elevation above the sea: 408 m

Shares border with: Collombey-Muraz, Massongex, Troistorrents, Vionnaz

Website: https://monthey.ch

GPS coordinates: 46.25000,6.95000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:22