History
Galmiz is first mentioned in 1242 as Chalmitis. In 1340 it was mentioned as Charmey.
Geography
Galmiz has an area, as of 2009, of 9.1 square kilometers (3.5 sq mi). Of this area, 6.39 km2 (2.47 sq mi) or 70.5% is used for agricultural purposes, while 1.69 km2 (0.65 sq mi) or 18.7% is forested.