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Reasons For The Walser Migrations

Different theories try to explain why the Walser left the Wallis between the 12th and 13th centuries.

Some think that the large Walser migrations took place because of conflicts with the valley's feudal lords. Other theories say it was because of overpopulation. Other theories say that they were reinforced by the respective local authorities in order to settle previously unpopulated regions.

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