Chemin de fer du Kaeserberg

The Chemin de fer du Kaeserberg in Granges-Paccot (Fribourg, Switzerland) is a large model railway museum featuring an imaginary Swiss landscape on a scale of 1:87. The network, built over 17 years, depicts a region of German-speaking Switzerland and Graubünden in the 1990s with over 2,000 metres of track and around 100 trains running on public days. The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and offers a locomotive driving simulator.

Families and Kids

Kaeserberg is designed for families with children. The miniature world features a multitude of trains travelling through an imaginary Switzerland with small life scenes. Children under 7 enjoy free admission.

Information

  • Visit duration: 82 min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Lockers: Yes
  • Pushchair accessible: Yes
  • Topic: Transportation
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits
    • Entrance fee: 18 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $$

Opening hours

Open on irregular public days from 30 July to 31 December 2026, doors open at 9:30 am, visits every 20 minutes from 10:00 am to 3:40 pm, last admission at 4:00 pm, doors close at 5:00 pm.
Monday
09:30-17:00 (30 July - 31 December 2026)
Tuesday
09:30-17:00 (30 July - 31 December 2026)
Wednesday
09:30-17:00 (30 July - 31 December 2026)
Thursday
09:30-17:00 (30 July - 31 December 2026)
Friday
09:30-17:00 (30 July - 31 December 2026)
Saturday
09:30-17:00 (30 July - 31 December 2026)
Sunday
09:30-17:00 (30 July - 31 December 2026)

Admission fees

18 CHF
Adult admission
10 CHF
Junior admission
0 CHF
Children under 7 years
15 CHF
Groups from 20 paying persons
10 CHF
For mandatory schools and holiday passes

Contact

Webpage
kaeserberg.ch
Email
info@kaeserberg.ch
Address
Impasse des Ecureuils 9, 1763 Granges-Paccot

Access

Nearby stops

  • Granges-Paccot, Rte du Coteau200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Bern
41m
Neuchâtel
1h 2m
Lausanne
1h 3m
Thun
1h 15m
Olten
1h 20m

FAQ

  • How long does a visit to Kaeserberg last?
    The visit lasts 75 to 90 minutes. It begins with a short film, followed by information to read and listen to along the way to the model railway network.
  • Is Kaeserberg accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs?
    Yes, all rooms are accessible with a wheelchair as well as with a buggy. A raised wheelchair is available at the main entrance and a barrier-free toilet is at your disposal.
  • Are there lockers to store personal belongings?
    Yes, there are lockers available to keep your personal belongings safe. However, the museum accepts no liability for theft or loss of objects.
  • Can I take photos or film during my visit?
    Yes, the use of a camera (without flash) or camera during the visit is allowed. You can share your experiences on social networks using the hashtag #cfk.
  • Is there a cafeteria or restaurant on site?
    There is a cafeteria where drinks and snacks are on sale at the reception. There is no restaurant. Picnics are allowed outside or at the cafeteria.
  • Are animals allowed in Kaeserberg?
    No, animals are not allowed in the facility, except for assistance dogs that are clearly marked as such.

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