Chandolin, Switzerland

Chandolin, Switzerland
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Chandolin is a small mountain village in the Anniviers Valley, in Sierre district, Valais canton, Switzerland. It covers 16.7 sq km (6.4 sq mi) and has a population of less than a hundred people.

Chandolin is a quaint village on the mountain slopes surrounded by snowcapped peaks. Despite its small size, its has been established a long time ago, in 1250, when it was written as Eschandulyns. Most of the people here speak French although German is also commonly spoken and understood. Surprisingly, there are also a few who understand Portuguese.

The majority of the population of Chandolin are Roman Catholics. They live in wooden chalets surrounded by the breathtaking views. On 1 January, 2009, Chandolin merged with Ayers, Grimentz, Saint-Jean, Saint-Luc and Vissoie to form the municipality of Anniviers.

Visiting Chandolin

The most practical way to reach Chandolin is by your own car.

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