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✈️How to get to SIERRE BLUES FESTIVAL
Planning your trip to SIERRE BLUES FESTIVAL? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (GNB), about 36 km from the venue.
- Major international airport nearby: Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), about 79 km away (more routes).
- Allow about 50 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Grenoble or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Where to stay near SIERRE BLUES FESTIVAL
Accommodation near the SIERRE BLUES FESTIVAL site fills up fast. Compare hotels, apartments and rentals nearby and book early to stay as close to the stage as possible.
Also consider staying around Grenoble, the nearest large city, if the closest options to the site are sold out.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Grenoble.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️SIERRE BLUES FESTIVAL 2026 weather
Weather in Sierre Blues Festival in June 2026?
Typical weather
Chance of rain: about 67% of days
| 2025 | Light rain | 22° / 12° | 1 rainy day |
| 2024 | Rain | 15° / 9° | 1 rainy day |
| 2023 | Partly cloudy | 17° / 8° | no rainy days |
Based on the last 3 years over the same period.
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🗺️Things to do near SIERRE BLUES FESTIVAL
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around SIERRE BLUES FESTIVAL. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Grenoble and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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📋About
Sierre Blues Festival 2026: Blues Festival in Switzerland
Sierre Blues Festival celebrates blues at Plaine de Bellevue in Sierre from June 18-20, 2026. This Swiss festival brings together 8 artists embodying the international blues tradition. Since its creation, the event has established itself as a summer blues gathering in Valais. The Alpine setting provides a unique atmosphere to this celebration of acoustic and electric blues in an exceptional natural setting.
The 2026 edition offers authentic blues programming. For lovers of traditional blues and Alpine festivals, it's the unmissable Valais summer rendezvous.
❓FAQ
When does the Sierre Blues Festival 2026 take place and how many nights does it last?
The 2026 edition runs from Thursday 18 to Saturday 20 June, with three evenings of concerts on the Plaine Bellevue in Sierre.
What time do the gates open?
Gates and ticket desks open at 6 pm and close at 11 pm; the festival ends at 2 am (last orders 20 minutes earlier). Without a ticket or wristband, no entry is allowed after 11 pm.
How do I get there by public transport?
The festival entrance is just 150 metres from Sierre/Siders station. Organisers recommend public transport; timetables are available on cff.ch.
Is there a campsite?
Yes, at Camping Swiss Plage in Salgesch, with a paid festival-goer deal (pitch for two people + electricity): CHF 40 for 1 night, CHF 70 for 2 nights, CHF 100 for 3 nights. A free shuttle bus links the campsite to the festival site.
Can children get in for free?
Children under 8 enter free and without a ticket; those under 13 pay half price. In both cases they must be accompanied by an adult over 25, on presentation of an ID card.
Is the festival accessible for people with reduced mobility?
Guests with reduced mobility are welcome and must buy a standard ticket. Booking is mandatory by e-mail at [email protected], no later than the Monday before opening, to secure access to the dedicated platform and the reserved car park near the entrance.
Is there food on site?
Numerous bars and food stands are set up on the grounds. Bringing your own food into the venue is not allowed.
How many editions has the festival held?
The 2026 instalment marks the 17th edition of the Sierre Blues Festival.
