Living in Sion is delighted to publish these four photos sent to us by photographer Nick Townsend. After working in the UK and Asia, Nick retired to the Valais after falling in love with the region during his holidays. He now has the time to spend on his hobby of wildlife photography. He says, “The […]
When Santa swings between the Chalets – Christmas Market in Grimentz 9/10 December
Date for your diaries – Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th December Les Fééries de Noël is a Christmas market which is set in Grimentz, a traditional Alpine village in the Val d’Anniviers. With stalls selling local and international goods, handcrafted goods, toys, food stands and more, it’s a perfect place to visit for a winter’s day out. […]
Free parking in Sion on two Saturdays in November
There will be free parking in Sion on Saturday the 18th and 25th November from 08:00 – 17:00 in five car parks across the town (see poster below for details). Perfect to do some early Christmas shopping!
Sion by Night – By Local Photographer Samuel Fiore
These superb photos of Sion by night were taken by photographer Samuel Fiore. Samuel is sédunois (from Sion) and he lives right in the heart of the town. Being so central means he can get out and about and take photos quickly when the conditions are right. He says, “I know every corner of this […]
Living in Sion now launched!
The sun shone, the sky was blue, the old town of Sion was looking lovely and we had a great inauguration of this website on the 7th November. Thank you to all of you who came along, it was lovely to chat with you all, and “un grand merci” to everyone who sent messages of […]
