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Steg
Coat of arms of Steg
Coat of arms
Country Switzerland
Canton Valais
District Raron
Area
 • Total 7.15 km2 (2.76 sq mi)
Elevation
640 m (2,100 ft)
Population
 (Dec 2002)
 • Total 1,404
 • Density 196.36/km2 (508.6/sq mi)
Postal code
3940
Surrounded by Ferden, Gampel, Hohtenn, Niedergesteln, Turtmann

Steg was once a small town, or municipality, located in the Raron area of Valais, a canton (like a state) in Switzerland. It was a lovely place nestled in the Swiss Alps.

About Steg

Steg was a municipality, which is a local government area, similar to a town or a small city. It was part of the Raron district, which is a larger administrative region. The canton of Valais, where Steg is located, is known for its beautiful mountains and valleys.

Becoming Steg-Hohtenn

On January 1, 2009, something important happened for Steg. It joined with another nearby municipality called Hohtenn. They merged together to form a brand new, larger municipality. This new place is now known as Steg-Hohtenn. Merging helps small towns share resources and work together more efficiently.

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