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The road from Visp, in the Rhône valley, is open to cars only as far as Täsch (30km/19mi), which has a large parking area (fee) at the station. In winter, depending on weather conditions, it may be advisable to take the railroad from Visp or St Niklaus. The railroad from Visp to Zermatt (the Brig-Visp-Zermatt or BVZ narrow-gauge electric line; 35km/22mi, journey time 1.25/1.5 hours) runs alongside the road into the Nikolai valley. In 7km/4mi we come to Stalden-Saas (803 m/2,635ft), at the junction of the Saas valley (through which flows the Saaser Vispa) and the Nikolai valley (Matter Vispa). The old timber houses in Valais style cluster around the white parish church on high ground. A cableway ascends the east side of the valley to
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Hobbies & Activities category: Christian sites;  Resort or relaxation spot;  Scenic site or route;  Skiing opportunity
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