The restaurant “Konstellium” in Kran-Montaña, Switzerland, which was the site of a devastating fire on January 1 that resulted in 41 fatalities and injured 115 people, will not reopen. Christoph Darbel, the former president of the canton of Valais, stated that the location should remain a memorial site for future generations. In an extensive interview conducted for “Le Temps,” six months following the tragedy, Darbel discussed the proposed construction of a memorial complex dedicated to the victims.
He emphasized that the initiative for this memorial “must come from the public,” and that the descendants of the deceased must play a pivotal role in its realization. According to Darbel, the representation of this tribute must embody specific qualities. He stressed that the project should be “humble, peaceful and decent.” He added that the figure representing the community must be “humble, peaceful and decent,” serving as a proper acknowledgment of the victims, the injured, and all individuals who provided aid during the emergency.
Darbel’s statements confirm that the focus is shifting toward establishing a lasting civic remembrance. The former official reiterated that the community effort is paramount to the success and nature of the memorial. His comments guide the direction of the memorial project, suggesting a collaborative model rooted in public participation and respect for the memory of those lost.
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