A great past at the crossroad of the alps
Sion
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As you explore the alleys of the Old Town, you
can really feel the many centuries of history
that have given Sion its very special charm.
Your journey in time here, at the heart of the
Alps, takes you through several periods of
history. You begin in the 4th millennium BC
(menhirs, dolmens), pass through the Roman
era and into the Middle Ages – and a fabulous
legacy including the cathedral, begun in
the 12th century, and the castle of Valère,
begun in the 11th – before arriving at the
magnifi cent Renaissance and Baroque
periods. You can discover the full story on
one of the guided tours of the city, as well as
in the three regional museums located in
Sion.
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Contact Information
- Office du Tourisme de Sion
Place de la Planta
1950 Sion
Tel. +41 (0)27 327 77 27
Fax +41 (0)27 327 77 28
info@siontourisme.ch
www.siontourisme.ch
