If you fancy an alfresco feast whilst exploring the Valais area, why not pick up a picnic from Sion tourist office? From the 15th May to the 15th September 2018, picnics can be provided to the public (with 24 hours notice). The picnic basket/bag consists of local produce from the Val D’Hérens and includes a […]
“Sion under the Stars” – Sion sous les Etoiles rock Festival 11-15 July
There are lots of festivals coming up in the Sion region over the summer, from a classical music festival in August/September to an Irish music festival also in August. The first of these festivals “Sion under the Stars” will kick off in just under a month’s time with many headline acts on the lineup including Simple […]
Reduction to Guinness Irish Festival with Passeport Valaisan.
“Passeport Valaisan” are offering a reduction on entry (plus a free Guinness!) to the Guinness Irish Festival which will take place in Sion from the 9th -11th August 2018 making a saving of CHF 17 per person. The festival’s line-up includes the band Dervish from County Sligo who play traditional Irish music (see video below). The Stepcrew brings together […]
Cow fights and Cycle races – A busy weekend in the Val d’Hérens
The Val d’Hérens was busy last Saturday (28th April) with the sound of helicopters, cars and bikes following the cyclists in the Tour de Romandie race as it wove its way up from Sion through the Rhone valley with a climb up to the village of Nax, through more villages and roads up and down the […]
Photos from Sion Carnival 2018
There were some weird and wonderful costumes at Sion carnival this year, from families dressed as dalmatians, to gun-toting gangsters as part of the official parade, to members of the public all dressed up in funky wigs and clothes. Confetti lined the streets, the music played and a fun time was had by those watching and […]
