St. Niklaus parish church

St. Niklaus parish church is a Catholic place of worship in the Valais region featuring a tower that rises approximately 37 meters above the village. The structure contains six bells within its tower and combines historical foundations with more recent construction elements.

The tower originates from the 1600s and endured a major avalanche in the early 1700s before requiring substantial rebuilding. The church was later modernized in the mid-1900s when electrical systems were added to the bells.

The church serves as a focal point where locals gather for services and celebrations throughout the year. Its bells ring out across the valley, marking important moments in the community's daily life.

The church is centrally located within the village and is easily accessible on foot from the main road. Visitors should plan their visit around service times when the building serves its primary religious function.

The bell collection is noteworthy because the six bells were cast over nearly two centuries, representing different eras of the church's life. Electrical systems added decades later allowed these traditional sounds to continue ringing without constant human effort.

Location: St. Niklaus

Elevation above the sea: 1,120.9 m

Height: 36.8 m

Part of: list of cultural properties in St. Niklaus

Address: Dorfstrasse, 3924 St. Niklaus

GPS coordinates: 46.17775,7.80305

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:44