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Frog Museum

The Frog Museum in Münchenstein near Basel (Switzerland) has been showing a unique collection of over 10,000 frog figures in all varieties since 1992. The museum is located in the basement and offers pleasantly cool temperatures. In addition to the permanent exhibition, frog figures are also offered for sale. The museum is open on the first Sunday of each month and also offers bookable group openings.

Families and Kids

The Frog Museum is a curious and entertaining excursion destination for families. Children can marvel at the over 10,000 frog figures in all varieties. The museum is located in the cool basement and offers pleasant temperatures even on hot days.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: Culture and ethnography
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18

Opening hours

Open on the first Sunday of each month from 14:00 to 17:00.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
14:00-17:00 (first Sunday of the month)

Contact

Webpage
froggy.ch

Access

Nearby stops

  • Münchenstein, Grabenacker300 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Basel SBB
17m
Olten
50m
Bern
1h 22m
Zürich HB
1h 26m
Luzern
1h 50m

FAQ

  • Can the Frog Museum be visited outside the regular opening hours?
    Yes, so-called extra openings with an aperitif can be booked for groups of up to about 25 people. Simply reserve a date by email or phone (first come, first served).
  • Are there live frogs to see at the Frog Museum?
    No, the Frog Museum does not show live frogs, but exclusively frog figures in all varieties.
  • Can you buy frog figures at the Frog Museum?
    Yes, frog figures are offered for sale in the frog shop. In addition, duplicate frog figures and other specialities are sold.
  • Is the Frog Museum open on public holidays?
    Yes, the museum has always opened on the first Sunday of the month for over 30 years, regardless of public holidays. It is therefore also open on Easter Sunday or Whitsun if these fall on the first Sunday.