'''Sion''' is a city in Valais in Switzerland.

Get in

The rail system is probably the easiest way to make it into Sion. The route the goes through Sion starts from Brig and goes toawrds Montreux.

Get around

This area is excellent for hiking in in alpine valley. See Swiss Architecture and go up the hills in the edge of town which has the Church and Castle located on top of them.

See

The Basilique de Valere and the Chateau de Tourbillon are must sees in Sion. They are relitively easy to walk to and the views are breathtaking.

Do

'''Basilique de Valere''' - The Valere basilica (Basilique de Valere), is a fortified church situated in Sion. The church (Notre-Dame de Valere) was built during the 12th and 13th centuries and obtained the rank of minor basilica at the time of the visit of Pope John Paul II in 1984. This church is a sample of genuin Swiss architecture.

'''Chateau de Tourbillon''' - The Tourbillon castle (Chateau de Tourbillon) is a castle in Sion in the canton of Valais in Switzerland. It is situated on a hill and faces the Basilique de Valere, located on the opposite hill. The castle is currently in a state of ruins following a fire in 1788.

'''FC Sion''' - FC Sion is a top league Swiss soccer team located in town. If a person is in town when there is a game going on, it is highly recomended to see it.

Buy

Eat

There are many stores located on the main street.

Drink

Sleep

Plan wisely, this area can be a little expensive depending on the time of year. And during the winter months many Hotels and Hostels will be closed so if one is plaining on making Sion more then a day trip, try to come after April.

Contact

Get out

It is only a half hour train trip from Montreux and Chateau de Chillon which is one of Switzerland's most famous castles.