Sion plans to turn Cervin Coliseum into year‑round entertainment hub

Sion’s current home, the 14,000‑seat Stade de Tourbillon, will soon be eclipsed by a bold proposal that mixes sport with amusement, aiming to keep the venue alive even when no match is on.

The club presented the Cervin Coliseum, a stadium designed for up to 21,000 spectators and fitted with an integrated roller coaster. It will also host 80 hotel rooms and feature a retractable roof, allowing the pitch to be covered for concerts and other events.

Ambitious budget and multi‑use facilities

The project carries a price tag of 494 million euros, a figure that underscores its scale. A sophisticated covering system will protect the natural grass when the field is not in use, while the hotel component adds a hospitality dimension rarely seen in Swiss football.

By embedding a roller coaster, Sion intends the venue to remain open year‑round, not merely on match days. This entertainment‑driven approach seeks to generate revenue beyond ticket sales.

Local authorities are currently reviewing the plans, and the club aims to complete construction within four years if approval is granted.

Founded in 1909, Sion are two‑time Swiss champions (1991/92 and 1996/97) and finished fourth last season. The new Cervin Coliseum would replace the modest Stade de Tourbillon, signalling a major shift in the club’s infrastructure ambitions.