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Botanical Garden of the University of Fribourg

The Botanical Garden of the University of Fribourg, located in the Pérolles district of Fribourg, Switzerland, presents over 5,000 plant species across 22 themed sectors, including an arboretum and three greenhouses open to visitors. Founded in 1937, this 1.8-hectare open-air museum is free and open every day of the year. It hosts public events such as exhibitions, conferences, workshops and guided tours, and carries out conservation and research projects worldwide. The garden also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The garden offers school workshops such as 'A taste of wild plants', guided tours for children, a didactic trail, and a treasure hunt game called 'Arbr'acadabra!'. During school holidays, children's workshops are organized within the framework of the Passeport vacances.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: No
  • Free entrance: Yes
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Botanical garden
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open daily from 08:00 to 18:00 from April to October; from November to March open Monday to Friday 08:00-17:00 and weekends/holidays 10:00-17:00.
Monday
08:00-18:00 (April to October)
Tuesday
08:00-18:00 (April to October)
Wednesday
08:00-18:00 (April to October)
Thursday
08:00-18:00 (April to October)
Friday
08:00-18:00 (April to October)
Saturday
08:00-18:00 (April to October)
Sunday
08:00-18:00 (April to October)

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
unifr.ch
Email
jardin-botanique@unifr.ch
Address
Chemin du Musée 10, 1700 Fribourg

Access

Nearby stops

  • Fribourg, Charmettes350 meters walking distance
  • Fribourg, Jardin botanique400 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Bern
30m
Lausanne
52m
Thun
1h 0m
Neuchâtel
1h 3m
Olten
1h 5m

FAQ

  • Is the Botanical Garden accessible by wheelchair?
    The website provides information on visiting in a wheelchair via Pro Infirmis, indicating that wheelchair access is addressed.
  • Are dogs allowed in the garden?
    Yes, dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash, according to the garden's visit rules.
  • Can I bring my bicycle into the garden?
    Yes, visitors may push their bicycle through the garden, according to the visit rules.
  • Are there guided tours available for groups?
    Yes, guided tours are offered to discover the garden, and there is a dedicated page for groups.
  • Can I bring my organic kitchen waste to the garden?
    Yes, in collaboration with the City of Fribourg, the garden collects organic kitchen waste. On your first visit, please contact a gardener, and bring the waste yourself to the compost during opening hours.

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