Dorénaz, Municipality in Saint-Maurice District, Valais canton, Switzerland.
Dorénaz covers 12.5 square kilometers along the right bank of the Rhone River, with 60.4% forested land and 24.3% agricultural areas.
First documented in 11th and 12th centuries as 'usque ad frontem Dorone', this municipality reflects centuries of Swiss territorial development and regional significance.
The predominantly Roman Catholic community maintains French-speaking traditions through seasonal festivals and artisanal crafts passed down through generations of local families.
Located at coordinates 46.15° N and 7.05° E, Dorénaz offers modern amenities and cantonal road access for its approximately 1,040 residents.
The municipal coat of arms features crossed hammers and a scallop shell, possibly referencing historical mining or metalworking activities in this Alpine region.
Location: Valais
Location: Saint-Maurice District
Elevation above the sea: 451 m
Website: http://www.dorenaz.ch
Shares border with: Martigny
Address: 1905 Dorénaz, Switzerland 1905 Dorénaz
Website: http://dorenaz.ch
GPS coordinates: 46.15000,7.05000
Latest update: July 8, 2025 09:09
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