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Things to do in Canton of Valais, Swiss Alps: The Best Castles
At the foot of the Swiss Alps lies Valais, "the valley." This fabled region is a year-round favorite, with spectacular skiing in the winter and superb hiking in summer. The Matterhorn, the Great St. Bernard Pass and Zermatt are the stars of the area, but glaciers, lakes, mountain paths, castle-churches and a wealth of resorts also beckon. Visit L'Hospice du Grand St. Bernard to see the animals who helped the monks rescue travelers or the Fondation Pierre Gianadda, Roman ruins that now house modern art.
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1. Valere Basilica
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4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By thegreenwizard - Fort Lauderdale, United States
As every year, in the summer every Saturday afternoon, there is a concert with this old organ. The organ is in the minor basilica of Valère. Each concert is different with musician coming from around the world to interpret various pieces of musics, mainly pieces that are not so common for the no connoisseurs of organ music.
2. Stockalper Palace
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4.5 based on 143 reviews
Kaspar Stockalper was an early capitalist genius. He simply sold and bought everything that promised to be profitable on those days. His impressive palace in Brig is a testimony to his wealth and worldly power. The building is the biggest private building of the 17th century in Switzerland. Visit this representative castle and learn about the symbolism and the history of that place. The adjoining gardens as well as the exhibition "Passage Simplon" are worth a visit too. Opening Hours and Guided Tours Summer 1 May - 31 October 2016 Tuesday - Sunday 9.30 am / 10.30 am / 1.30 pm / 2.30 pm / 3.30 pm / 4.30 pm* * May and October: no tours at 4.30 pm
Reviewed By A_Baden2014 - Baden, Switzerland
We engaged a private guide during the visit - was fantastic and very informative tour from historical and architecture perspectives. Must see place in Brig!
3. Schloss Leuk
4. Chateau de Tourbillon
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4.5 based on 235 reviews
Reviewed By Tarojo
This hilltop castle is imposing in its own right but the highlight of climbing up to see it is the views back to the Church-Fortress of Valere, directly opposite. Allow about an hour to explore both. They are a 20 min walk from the station in Sion. We explored the church first (an easier climb) and then went up to the chateau. Rate this pair as up there with Chateau Chillon for wow factor.
5. Chateau Mercier
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
6. Chateau de Saint-Maurice
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4.0 based on 20 reviews
Dédié à des expositions temporaires sur le thème du dessin et de la narration dessinée, le Château de St-Maurice propose, cette année, une exposition autour thème de Dracula et de ses représentations. Cette exposition propose un espace spécialement dédié aux enfants (5-10 ans). Ses autres salles sont, selon les contenus, réservées a plus de 10 ans eaux adultes.
7. Chateau de la Batiaz
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4.0 based on 11 reviews
