Walking in the center of town
by yumyum
I really liked walking around the center and the old part of Sion.
I think I never saw so many open air cafés in a small town before (picture 1). I also liked the building of the "Conservatory of Music" in picture 2.
A real favourite of mine was the modern style fountain (picture 3) with its small green glass pebbles, the water play and the comfortable seating. On this small square off Place de la Planta and next to the police station there is also an ice cream parlour.
Walking through the small streets towards the hill you cross a small river and you will see many gorgeous street scenes (pictures 4 and 5).
SWISS ALPINE FLORA TO COLOUR THE ALPS!!
by white_smallstar
Rich in sunny valleys and high mountain peaks, Switzerland enjoys a wide range of wildlife and botanical habitats. Thanks to the huge difference in altitude, climate and vegetation zones, there’s nearly always something of interest to see, whether you’re a dedicated naturalist, expert botanist or just a visitor with an interest in the overall mountain environment.
Walking along a path, you will discover a huge variety of small flowers, beehives in a wonderful location, a small devotional chapel and a peaceful atmosphere.
It was so nice discovering meadowlands full of small flowers which add some colours to the “alps”.
I have not green fingers but it was a pleasure taking pictures of flowers, until a wonderful blue butterfly appeared . . .
Local Football Team: FC SION
by Tripack
Proud to be Valaisan...
The Red and White team (official colors of FC Sion and Valais by the way) was founded in 1909. The first match was held at the Planta Square against Aigle (Vaud) and the local team won by 3 vs 2!
In 1962, Sion was promoted to the Swiss League (LNA or Super League) and won for the fist time the Swiss Cup in 1965.
Since 1968, the team played at home in the Tourbillon stadium (capacity of 16'500) located in the East area of Sion. Our local football team play an important role to unify all regions from our state (German part and French part).
The club became a legend by winning 10 times the Swiss Cup (1965, 1974, 1980, 1982, 1986, 1991, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2006 , to be continued ;-)
In 2003, after financial problems, FC Sion was relegated in the second division, but after 3 years the club became again a major team. In 2006, the FC Sion becomes the first club of the second division to gain the Swiss Cup. Sion is back and for a long time!
HOP SION!!!
Skiing in Anzere
by mickebear
Not the biggest skiing center at Sion area, but a good family destination.
to get there:
TGV : Paris - Lausanne
Intercity Lausanne - Sion
TGV : Paris - Sion (winter season)
Pendolino: Milan - Sion
Intercity: stops at Sion You can rent equipment on the spot. Daily ski passes from 44 CHF.
Chapelle de Tous-les-Saint / All Saints chapel
by globetrott
Chapelle de Tous-les-Saint / All Saints chapel
dates back to the 14th century
and it was built between both castles of Sion. It is a pity that this interesting church in romanesque style with gothic elements is normally not open for the public, so I had no chance to take a look inside.
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Chapelle Tous-ls-Saint / All Saints chapel in Sion
Château de Tourbillon / Tourbillon castle in Sion
Tourbillon castle
20 Swiss Francs note
