The castle of Tourbillon in Sion, set on the hill (protected natural area) opposite Valère, was built at the turn of the C 13th/C 14th by bishop Boniface de Challant, a native of Savoy, who made it his principal residence. From 1373, with the purchase of the castle of the Majorie, Tourbillon was relegated to the rank of Summer residence, but its majestic silhouette still remained a symbol of Episcopal power; a power against which the nobles of the Valais rebelledon many occasions.
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- 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.
- ...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.
- Château de Tourbillon is a historic castle located in Sion, Valais, Switzerland. It is a popular tourist attraction known for its stunning architecture and...
- 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...
- 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.
- Tourbillon Castle was built sometime between 1290 and 1308 by the Bishop of Sion, Boniface de Challant, as his principal residence.
- Château de Tourbillon is a ruined episcopal castle on a hill in Sion, in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. It faces Valère Castle, located on the opposite hill.
- Nestled atop a hill in the Swiss canton of Valais, the Château de Tourbillon is a stunning castle with a rich history.
- 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.
- 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.
