Carnival begins in Sion on 8th February. Big parade on Saturday 10th. The costumes and confetti are in the shops, the posters are around the town and the tents have been assembled in the main square, all in readiness for Sion Carnival which begins on Thursday 8th and continues until Tuesday the 13th February. There are […]
Winter Traditions Near Sion – Masked Men and Straw Men parades
Winter traditions to see near Sion The Valais is rich in traditions and customs which are celebrated in villages and towns across the canton all year round. In winter “Straw Men” and “Peluches” (stuffed animals) walk through the village of Evolène during the Carnival period, whilst in the Lötschental the Tschäggättä (masked men) can be found in […]
Sion Carnival – Party time in the Town
Carnival in Sion is a big affair. The main procession through the old town is a delight to watch. Locals enter into the carnival spirit and dress up in costume, Guggenmusik bands play, confetti is thrown and shot into the air by giant cannons and there is a party atmosphere in the town. Carnival events […]