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Sion:
International Music Festival Sion
A prestigious festival with an international-level artistic programme of fifteen concerts in historical sites full of charm.
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Sion:
International Violon Competition Sion
Young violonists from all over the world will perform before a prestigious international jury.
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Sion:
Museums and exhibitions
Plus de 50 musées de dimensions et d'importance diverses sont ouverts au public en Valais. A Sion, les trois musées cantonaux offrent un tour d'horizon de l'histoire, des arts et de la nature du canton...
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| Gastronomy and wines |
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La Muraz:
Relais de Mont d'Orge La Muraz
Bernard Ricou offers gourmet cuisine in the French tradition, while respecting the authenticity of flavours and seasonal produce. The enchanting setting is very close to the Mont d'Orge lake
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Sion:
Cave de Tous Vents Sion
Magnificent vaulted cellar in the Old Town of Sion. In this medieval setting, enjoy specialities such as Bacchus meat fondue or brisolée accompanied by the best wines of the Valais.
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Sion:
Jardin des Vins
The Sion Association of Wine Merchants organises an annual festival of wine tasting at the Domaine Bourgeoisial des Iles.
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Sion:
L'Enclos de Valère
The Enclos de Valère is situated below the castles of Valeria and Tourbillon in the old town of Sion.
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Sion:
La Grenette
In the heart of the old town of Sion, this boutique offers a wide range of typical local produce.
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Sion:
Le jardin gourmand Sion
Pascal Fantoli and his colleagues will be delighted to welcome you in luxurious surroundings, and in a cosy and elegant atmosphere.
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Val d'Hérens :
Ovens in the Val d’Hérens
Visit the old ovens where the villagers used to bake their bread together. Ingenious stone structures, which where in joint possession of families and where used until the Second Word War.
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Valais:
The country of vines and wines
Valais is by far the most extensive wine-growing region in Switzerland. There is no other region in the Confederation that is as well suited to cultivating vines.
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Sion:
Golf Club Sion
Situated in the heart of the Rhône valley in the plains of the Grand-Champsec, Sion Golf Club enjoys a wonderful sunny climate. Its 18 holes extend over 42 acres and are overlooked by the castles of Valère and Tourbillon.
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| Hiking |
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Sion-Région:
Arolla to Evolène
A variation is possible in order to shorten this stage, by taking the Post bus from Arolla, from the place known as "Les Farques" and from there, setting off in the direction of Lac d'Arbey.
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Sion-Région:
Cabane des Becs de Bossons to Nax
Situated on a promontory, the village of Nax offers wonderful views of the Rhône Valley and unforgettable sunsets, the latest in the area.
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Sion-Région:
Evolène to Cabane des Becs
The Becs de Bossons hut (2985 m) where views over all the most impressive summits in Valais are superb. The most beautiful views of the entire route.
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Sion-Région:
Grande Dixence to Arolla
Another legendary passage is the Col de Riedmatten pass at an altitude of 2900 m, part of the route of the famous ski-mountaineering race "La Patrouille des Glaciers", the pass offers unimpeded views.
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Sion-Région:
Thyon to Dixence
With every step forward into the valley the Grande Dixence dam, the tallest concrete dam wall in the world, becomes more and more impressive as do the towering summits of the Val des Dix reaching to over 3,500m.
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Sion:
Castel Valère and Tourbillon Sion / Coeur du Valais
The town is dominated by the famous hills of Valeria and Touribllon. The cathedral of Valeria accommodates a rare yet famous gem, the world's oldest organ that is still playable, originating from around 1390.
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Val d'Hérens:
The regional Biosphere nature park of the Val d'Hérens:
The regional Biosphere nature park of the Val d'Hérens represents an opportunity to boosts local economy, strengthen social relationships and increase the regions tourist attractions.
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