Winter (en)

Capital city of Valais is Sion. The historic centre of which was described as a mix between Spain and the Provence by the poet Rainer Maria Rilke – “The old houses and ancient castles flicker in an optical illusion that is all the more enchanting as vineyards very often form the backdrop”.

An excursion to the little town embedded at the foot of the Châteaux de Valère and Tourbillon reveals past treasures and a meticulously maintained cultural heritage. A visit to the museum of history is the fastest way to become familiar with the history of Valais – and meandering