Région Montagnes
(Région Montagnes · Région Montagnes)District (Bezirk) · Administrative level 6 · Neuchâtel
Main town: Les Brenets
Cities & Towns
Showing top 30 of 54 placesThe district of Région Montagnes spans 237 km² and contains 9 municipalities, with Les Brenets as its main town. Its estimated population of 54 457 gives a density of 230 /km² The most populous place is La Chaux-de-Fonds (39 027 residents). Hover over municipalities on the map to explore the district.
... and 24 more places in Région Montagnes
Maps & Downloads
SVG · PNG · 600 pxRégion Montagnes district map with municipality boundaries, Switzerland
District outline with municipality boundaries
Neuchâtel canton map with Région Montagnes district highlighted, Switzerland
District highlighted in its canton context
Municipalities / Gemeinden
9 municipalitiesRégion Montagnes contains 9 municipalities (Gemeinden). The largest is La Chaux-de-Fonds at 56 km², the smallest is Les Planchettes (12 km²) La Chaux-de-Fonds has the most mapped buildings (8 180 in OSM).
| Municipality | Population | Area km² | Buildings | Postcodes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Chaux-de-Fonds | 39 027 | 56 | 8 180 | 7 | - |
| La Brévine | 655 | 42 | 569 | 1 | - |
| Le Locle | 11 606 | 35 | 4 394 | 3 | - |
| La Sagne | 939 | 26 | 564 | 1 | View |
| Les Ponts-de-Martel | 1 297 | 18 | 592 | 2 | - |
| La Chaux-du-Milieu | 398 | 17 | 324 | 2 | - |
| Brot-Plamboz | - | 16 | 391 | 1 | View |
| Le Cerneux-Péquignot | 310 | 16 | 236 | 4 | - |
| Les Planchettes | 225 | 12 | 202 | 1 | - |
Postcodes
11 postcode areasThe district of Région Montagnes is served by 11 postcode areas covering roughly 846 km² with a total of 27 659 mapped buildings. Postcodes in Région Montagnes begin with the digit 2 (i.e.), placing the district in this Swiss postal zone. The most built-up postcode is 2300, with approximately 4 487 buildings. The map colours each postcode area by its numerical code, with lower codes in blue/purple and higher codes in orange.
| # | Code | Name | Buildings | Population | Area km² | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | 4 487 | 47 927 | 55.71 | View → | |
| 2 | - | 1 773 | 15 995 | 34.66 | View → | |
| 3 | - | 409 | 5 126 | 12.63 | View → | |
| 4 | - | 377 | 1 831 | 21.94 | View → | |
| 5 | - | 165 | 3 295 | 49.09 | View → | |
| 6 | - | 154 | 179 | 17.31 | View → | |
| 7 | - | 150 | 890 | 17.42 | View → | |
| 8 | - | 112 | 225 | 11.73 | View → | |
| 9 | - | 92 | 42 | 15.7 | View → | |
| 10 | - | 67 | 1 517 | 18.17 | View → | |
| 11 | - | 63 | 9 558 | 25.55 | View → |
Région Montagnes has 303 mapped postal facilities: 28 post offices, 269 post boxes, 6 parcel lockers. Swiss Post (Die Schweizerische Post) runs a dense network of branches and automated MyPost 24 parcel lockers across the district.
Transport
20 lines · 52 routesClick any route on the map to see details.
Région Montagnes's public transport network covers 320.0 km across 20 lines and 52 routes, operated by 5 operators.
Full transport detailsDensity by Municipality
actual Gemeinde bordersHover over a municipality to see exact values.
Frequently Asked Questions about Région Montagnes
Quick answersWhat is the main town of Région Montagnes district?
The main town of Région Montagnes district is Les Brenets, with a population of about 1,077 residents.
Which canton does Région Montagnes belong to?
Région Montagnes is a district (Bezirk) within the canton of Neuchâtel, one of the 26 cantons of Switzerland.
Is Région Montagnes a district or a city?
Région Montagnes is a district (Bezirk) in the canton of Neuchâtel in Switzerland. Districts sit between the canton level and the municipality (Gemeinde) level and are used for administrative, judicial, and statistical purposes. The main town within Région Montagnes is Les Brenets.
What is the population of Région Montagnes?
Région Montagnes district has a population of about 54 457 residents, giving a population density of 230 people per km².
How large is Région Montagnes district?
Région Montagnes covers a total area of 237 km² (about 91 square miles).
How many municipalities are in Région Montagnes?
Région Montagnes district contains 9 municipalities (Gemeinden): La Chaux-de-Fonds, La Brévine, Le Locle, La Sagne, Les Ponts-de-Martel, La Chaux-du-Milieu, Brot-Plamboz, Le Cerneux-Péquignot and 1 more
What postal codes are used in Région Montagnes?
Région Montagnes has 11 postal code areas. Swiss postal codes are 4 digits long; codes here typically begin with 2.
How many buildings are in Région Montagnes?
According to OpenStreetMap data, Région Montagnes district has 15 452 mapped buildings, a density of 65 buildings per km².