Bois du Petit-Château

Located in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, the Bois du Petit-Château zoo is part of the MUZOO institution, which combines a zoo, a vivarium and a natural history museum. Created in 1891, the animal park has grown into a real zoo with a vivarium section presenting reptiles and amphibians. The site also houses scientific collections of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates, as well as geology and palaeontology collections. The zoo hosts changing temporary exhibitions on nature and the environment.

Information

  • Visit duration: 180 min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • Pushchair accessible: Yes
  • Topic: Zoo
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Exceptional
    • Children age group: 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Entrance fee: 12 CHF
    • Free entrance: Yes (partly)
    • Price range: $$

Opening hours

The zoo is open daily from 8:00 to 18:00 in summer time and from 8:00 to 17:00 in winter time. The museum, vivarium, cafeteria and shop are open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:45 in summer and from 10:00 to 16:45 in winter.
Monday
08:00-18:00 (Summer time)
08:00-17:00 (Winter time)
Tuesday
08:00-18:00 (Summer time)
08:00-17:00 (Winter time)
Wednesday
08:00-18:00 (Summer time)
08:00-17:00 (Winter time)
Thursday
08:00-18:00 (Summer time)
08:00-17:00 (Winter time)
Friday
08:00-18:00 (Summer time)
08:00-17:00 (Winter time)
Saturday
08:00-18:00 (Summer time)
08:00-17:00 (Winter time)
Sunday
08:00-18:00 (Summer time)
08:00-17:00 (Winter time)

Admission fees

12 CHF
Adult admission
8 CHF
Reduced rate
6 CHF
Youth (12-16 years)
0 CHF
Children under 12 years: free
24 CHF
Families (max. 2 adults and up to 5 children)

Contact

Webpage
muzoo.ch
Email
info@muzoo.ch
Address
Replat du Dahu 1, 2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds

Access

Nearby stops

  • La Chaux-de-Fonds, MUZOO200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Neuchâtel
36m
Bern
1h 24m
Olten
1h 58m
Lausanne
2h 4m
Thun
2h 5m

FAQ

  • Are dogs allowed at MUZOO?
    Only guide dogs and assistance dogs are admitted to MUZOO.
  • Is there a restaurant or food service on site?
    A cafeteria offers various dishes and drinks, with a terrace open in good weather. Picnicking is possible within the zoo grounds, and a covered area is available under the terrace for groups on request.
  • Is the site accessible for people with reduced mobility?
    Yes, all paths are paved, although the main path is quite steep. The toilets in the museum and zoo are also adapted. A parking space for people with reduced mobility is located east of the building, with a ramp at Replat du Dahu 1a.
  • Are strollers allowed at MUZOO?
    Strollers are allowed in the museum. However, for visitor comfort and fire safety, strollers are not permitted in the vivarium.
  • What payment methods are accepted at MUZOO?
    Accepted payment methods include CHF and EUR, Postfinance, Twint, Mastercard, Visa and Abeille. REKA cheques are accepted for admission and the La Chaux-de-Fonds museums pass.
  • Are there guided tours at MUZOO?
    Yes, guided tours of the zoo, museum and vivarium can be booked by calling +41 (0)32 967 65 00 on weekdays during office hours or by email at animations@muzoo.ch.

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