Moving to Savièse is not like moving on the valley floor: the commune spreads across a sunny hillside north of Sion, among villages, vineyards and meadows. To move to Savièse without nasty surprises, you need to think about access, slopes and vehicle size right from the preparation stage. This guide helps you organise your move, then compare quotes from a removal company in Savièse or the surrounding area.
Savièse, a hillside commune made up of villages
Savièse extends over a sun-facing hillside north of Sion. There are several villages, vineyards and meadows, and the Torrent-Neuf bisse (traditional irrigation channel) runs through the territory. This tiered geography makes for a commune that is spread out rather than compact: homes are scattered across different areas, linked by roads that follow the slope.
As for housing, depending on where you are you will find village houses, villas, more recent apartment buildings and homes close to the vineyards or meadows. Needs vary greatly from one type of property to another: a village house with tight surroundings is not moved in the same way as a villa with direct access or a flat in a building with a lift.
Before requesting a quote, make a careful note of the type of property, the floor, whether there is a lift and how you reach the front door. This information weighs more heavily on the organisation than distance alone.
Access, parking and floors: what to plan for in Savièse
On a hillside, the access road matters as much as the address. A steep slope or a narrow street can limit the size of the lorry that can get close. In that case, the removal company parks further away and the carrying distance grows: the longer the distance between the vehicle and the entrance, the more time and manpower loading takes.
Stairs, both inside and outside, deserve the same attention. A village house with a narrow staircase, steps before the door or an upper floor without a lift changes the way the work is done. For bulky furniture, a furniture lift can replace the stairs, provided it can be set up in front of the façade.
Occupying the public highway with a lorry, a furniture lift or a skip may require prior permission from the commune or the police. Check with the commune a few days, or even a few weeks, before the date, especially if parking is limited on your street. Our guide to parking permits explains the procedure.
In winter, snow and ice can make hillside roads difficult, as elsewhere in Valais. Allow a safety margin if you are moving at that time of year, and mention it in your request.
Choosing the right time to move to Savièse
The timing depends first of all on your lease. A tenant may terminate by giving three months’ notice for the date set by local custom or, failing that, for the end of a three-month lease period (art. 266c of the Swiss Code of Obligations, CO), unless the contract provides for longer. Customary moving dates vary by canton and commune: check your lease and local custom. The guide to moving dates will help you find your bearings.
Dates close to the customary moving dates are generally in high demand: removal companies’ availability fills up quickly. If you can, book early or choose a mid-week day, which is often more flexible.
The season matters too. In summer, the heat of the Rhône valley makes carrying more tiring: start early in the morning and provide water for the crew. In winter, snow can hinder access on a hillside. Spring and autumn often offer the most comfortable conditions, though of course there is no guarantee.
Formalities in Savièse: lease, commune and change of address
Every move must be reported to the residents’ registration office (contrôle des habitants): your departure in the old commune and your arrival in the new one, within the period set by the canton. In many communes, the notification can be made online via eMoving (eUmzugCH). Ask the commune what applies in Savièse, or read our guide to registering your arrival.
As for the lease, notice must be given in writing (art. 266l CO). For the family home, termination by a married tenant or one in a registered partnership requires the express consent of the spouse or partner (art. 266m and 266n CO). If you have to leave before the end of the lease term, you can be released by presenting a solvent replacement tenant who is willing to take over the lease on the same terms (art. 264 CO).
Also think about the move-out inspection (état des lieux) and handing the property back clean. The rental deposit may not exceed three months’ rent for a home (art. 257e CO); it is paid into a blocked account in the tenant’s name. Finally, tell your employer, insurers, bank and the services of your choice about your new address.
If you are arriving from abroad or leaving for France, customs and residence permit formalities may apply as well: check with the relevant authorities before the date.
Useful services for moving to Savièse
Residential moving
For a flat, a village house or a villa, residential moving covers loading, transport and unloading. Describe the access carefully: that is what lets the removal company choose the right vehicle and the right crew.
Furniture lift
When the staircase is narrow or the furniture is bulky, the furniture lift goes up the façade. It needs a clear spot in front of the building, and sometimes a permit to occupy the public highway.
Packing and unpacking
Packing and unpacking protects crockery, picture frames and fragile items, especially if the journey takes hillside roads. It also saves time on the day.
Furniture assembly and disassembly
A wardrobe or bed that will not fit up a staircase is taken apart before departure. Furniture assembly and disassembly avoids nasty surprises, and the pieces are reassembled on arrival.
Storage
If your move-out and move-in dates do not coincide, storage lets you keep your belongings for as long as necessary.
End-of-lease cleaning
End-of-lease cleaning prepares for the move-out inspection. Plan it at the same time as your moving date.
Requesting a quote
- You describe your move online: addresses, approximate volume, floors, access and preferred date.
- Professional removal companies in the region contact you, possibly for a visit on site.
- You compare the free quotes and remain free to choose, or not.
The cost varies according to volume, distance, floors and access, use of a furniture lift, packing and the date. To get an estimate suited to your situation, request a quote, free and without obligation.
Around Savièse
If your project involves neighbouring communes, see moving to Sion, moving to Conthey or moving to Nendaz. For an overview, see the page on moving in the canton of Valais or all communes.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions: moving to Savièse
Not necessarily. On a hillside, a slope or a narrow street can limit the size of the vehicle. Give your exact address and any access peculiarities in your request: the removal company will choose the vehicle accordingly.
Occupying the public highway with a lorry, a furniture lift or a skip may require prior permission from the commune or the police. Check with the commune a few days or weeks before the date.
Summer can be hot and tiring for carrying, while winter can bring snow and ice on hillside roads. Spring and autumn are often more comfortable, but dates close to customary lease moving dates fill up quickly.
Report your departure in the old commune and your arrival in the new one to the residents' registration office, within the period set by the canton. The notification can often be made online via eMoving (eUmzugCH). Check with the commune concerned.
You describe your move online, then professional removal companies in the region contact you, possibly for a visit. You then compare the free, no-obligation quotes and remain free to choose.