Sion, Switzerland: Be Amazed at the Breathtaking Old Town
Sion, Switzerland, or Sitten in German, is the capital of the Valais canton in southwestern Switzerland. It’s a beautiful old town ideal for exploring the winter and summer holiday resorts in the Valais side valleys. It has great restaurants and is perfect location for tasting local wines. Although the capital has the Sion Airport, visitors can try other options, like a bus, car or train to get here. It shouldn’t take long to reach this magnificent old town.
Best Time to Visit
Sion’s climate is mildly continental, with warm summers and cold winters. The best time to visit this city is between mid-May to mid-September, as the weather is the warmest and sunniest of the year. However, in May and early June, rain is expected, and it can get really colder.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Sion is renowned for two castles found on a hill above the old town. There is the 13th century Chateau de Tourbillon ruins and the Basilique de Valère, which is home to an organ over 500 years old. There’s also the conical Witches’ Tower and the 15th century Soin Cathedral. The Valais Art Museum’s art collections are housed at the Marjorie and Vidomnat Towers. Do not miss the Sion Olympic Swimming Pool and the Supersaxo Mansion. For comfort and relaxation, be accommodated at the ibis Sion Hotel in the heart of Valais, just steps from the largest summer/winter sports resorts. You can also book yourself at the Hôtel des Vignes, which is four-star Sosnowiec, Poland hotel nestled amidst a surrounding vineyard. Or stay at the budget-friendly Hôtel Mont-Noble.