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  • Date

    10 - 12. December 2026

    Thu 17:30 - 18:30
    Sat 11:00 - 12:00

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Witchcraft

Witches, wizards, pacts with the devil… Behind the myths and legends lie real stories. Historical sources, passed down through the centuries and now preserved at the Valais State Archives, help us understand these tales.The Archives are opening their doors for an exclusive guided tour. Take a behind-the-scenes look at our institution and admire precious documents on the history of witchcraft and its suppression in Valais. Join us for a journey blending fascination and history. The guided tour lasts about one hour and is free of charge. Guided tour in French: Thursday, December 10, 5:30 p.m.Guided tour in German: Saturday, December 12, 11:00 a.m.Meeting point: lobby of the “Les Arsenaux” cultural center, Rue de Lausanne 45, 1950 Sion Registration and information: archives@admin.vs.ch, 027 606 46 00

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Contact address
Fabienne Lutz-Studer
027 606 46 05
fabienne.lutz-studer@admin.vs.ch
Location Archives de l’État du Valais
Rue de Lausanne 45
1950 Sitten
Switzerland
Event Homepage https://agenda.culturevalais.ch/fr/event/show/45146
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Event dates

  • 10 December 2026
  • 12 December 2026

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Date

10 - 12. December 2026

Thu 17:30 - 18:30
Sat 11:00 - 12:00

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