Saint-Martin

The Municipality of Saint-Martin, located in the heart of the Val d’Hérens, extends across both sides of the valley. Set in an idyllic and exceptionally sunny environment, Saint-Martin offers a remarkable diversity of landscapes within an unspoilt natural setting: from high alpine mountains and the warm spring of Combioula to forests and lush alpine pastures.

The municipality also boasts outstanding social assets, including an exceptional quality of life and a vibrant, exemplary community spirit supported by numerous local associations. In addition, Saint-Martin is characterized by a diverse economy and is home to many local businesses.

Situated at an average altitude of 1,400 metres above sea level, the municipality covers an area of 3,696 hectares and has a population of approximately 850 residents. Located less than 30 minutes from the Rhône Valley plain, Saint-Martin is well connected by the PostBus network.

Saint-Martin consists of nine authentic villages and hamlets: Suen, Saint-Martin, Trogne, Eison, La Crettaz d’Eison, Liez, Praz-Jean, La Luette, and La Crêta d’Euseigne.

 

Altitude:	1'403 (m. above sea level)
Number of inhabitants (as of 31.12.2025):	841

Administration communale de Saint-Martin
Rue de l’Eglise 5
1969 St-Martin

Phone: +41 (0)27 282 50 10
commune@saint-martin.ch
www.saint-martin.ch/fr