The Musée des Bisses is located in Botyre (Commune d'Ayent), 7 km from Sion, on the road leading to Anzère (6 km) and Crans-Montana (12 kms). Visitors to the four-storey Maison Peinte are taken on a journey through time.

Housed in a 17th-century painted house, the Musée valaisan des Bisses has been open since 2012. Over four levels and ten rooms, visitors can immerse themselves in the incredible history of the bisses, from Roman times to the present day: more than a thousand documents, hundreds of objects and several reconstructions enable them to understand the different functions of these traditional Valais irrigation canals.

Located in the heart of the village of Botyre, in the commune of Ayent, the Museum also offers a selection of local products and a local drinks bar, "le Bisse'troquet". A varied program of events is offered throughout the year, including educational walks and local markets. You can also contact us to organize themed walks or aperitif-dinners on the Museum square.

Come and discover a Swiss heritage treasure and the Chemin du Musée: three educational walks along the bisses.


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