Châble

Châble is a municipality in the district of Martigny in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. It lies in the French-speaking part of the canton, in the Valais Alps, along the valley formed by the Dranse de Bagnes. The main settlement is the village of Le Châble, which serves as the central locality of the municipality.

The official language is French. The area comprises alpine pastures, forests, and cultivated land at the valley floor, with surrounding ridges and peaks shaping its landscape. The local economy combines agriculture, forestry, and tourism, with the Verbier ski region nearby contributing to seasonal employment and services. Le Châble functions as a gateway for visitors heading to Verbier and other parts of the Val de Bagnes.

Transport links connect Châble to the broader region. Le Châble has a railway station on the regional network, offering connections to Martigny and other cantonal centers. In winter, cableways from Le Châble provide access to higher elevations of the neighboring ski areas, making tourism a central aspect of life in the municipality.

Châble has a long, rural heritage typical of Valais communities, with local associations and traditions reflecting alpine culture. As a Swiss municipality, it is governed under the cantonal and federal framework, with local decisions made by elected representatives to manage community affairs and services.