Crans-Montana is an Alpine resort in the French-speaking part of the canton of Valais in Switzerland. Situated on a plateau at an altitude of 1,500 metres, it offers an exceptional 180-degree panoramic view of the Alps. This privileged setting explains the attractiveness of the area and the dynamism of the Crans-Montana property market, where a Crans-Montana estate agency is on hand to assist with buying, selling and investment projects. The population of the resort varies according to the season, rising from around 5,000 year-round to almost 50,000 during the tourist season, while the entire area, including the surrounding villages, has around 15,000 permanent residents. This high number of visitors generates a constant demand for properties for sale or rent, whether a flat or chalet in Crans-Montana, as a primary or secondary residence. Formerly a pastoral plateau, Crans-Montana developed from the end of the XIXᵉ century to become an internationally renowned mountain resort in the XXᵉ century. The golf and ski competitions held every year have enhanced its prestigious image, contributing to the rise in value of the property market and the interest in buying a flat or chalet in Crans-Montana. Appreciated from the outset for its "Mediterranean" climate, the resort enjoys around 30% more sunshine each year than northern Europe. This major advantage continues to attract buyers and investors wishing to buy, sell or rent a property, accompanied by a local Crans-Montana estate agency with expertise in the Alpine market.