• The Tourbillon Castle became the main residence of the Bishops of Sion from the time of its construction until Guichard Tavelli, who preferred the Soie Castle.
  • Situated on top of Tourbillon hill in the canton of Valais, Switzerland, Tourbillon castle is a medieval monument that rises 180 meters above the city of Sion.
  • Behold the way the bishop's two fortresses, Tourbillon Castle on the left and the fortified basilica of Valere on the right, loom over the town.
  • The construction of Tourbillon Castle dates back to the very start of the 14th Century. However, the hill on which it is located had been used since prehistoric...
  • ...point for guided tours" sign to the right of the castle entrance, or make a booking by calling +41 27 322 52 00 or emailing chateau-de-tourbillon@bluewin.ch.
  • Built during a time when the Roman Catholic Church held sway in the southern region, Tourbillon Castle served as the residence for the Bishop of Sion.
  • I had visited Tourbillon Castle 2-3 decades ago, but never did the guided tour. What a mistake! We walked up to the castle via Valère Basilica.
  • Nestled atop a hill in the Swiss canton of Valais, the Château de Tourbillon is a stunning castle with a rich history.
  • Local name: Château de Tourbillon. The castle was built in the second half of XII century. ... Tourbillon Castle – popular in the area.
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