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Obergesteln is located in Switzerland
Obergesteln
Obergesteln
Location in Switzerland
Obergesteln is located in Canton of Valais
Obergesteln
Obergesteln
Location in Canton of Valais
Country Switzerland
Canton Valais
District Goms
Municipality Obergoms
Area
 • Total 14.6 km2 (5.6 sq mi)
Elevation
1,355 m (4,446 ft)
Population
 • Total 209
 • Density 14.32/km2 (37.08/sq mi)
Postal code
3988

Obergesteln is a charming village nestled in the beautiful canton of Valais in Switzerland. It's part of the larger municipality of Obergoms, located in the Goms district. Imagine a peaceful place surrounded by stunning mountains!

A Glimpse into History

Obergesteln wasn't always part of Obergoms. For a long time, it was an independent municipality, meaning it managed its own local affairs.

Becoming Part of Obergoms

On January 1, 2009, Obergesteln joined forces with two other nearby villages: Oberwald and Ulrichen. Together, they formed the new, larger municipality known as Obergoms. This kind of merger often happens to help communities work together more efficiently.

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An aerial view of Obergesteln from 1949, showing how the village looked from above many years ago.
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