Natural History Museum of Fribourg

The Natural History Museum of Fribourg (MHNF) in Fribourg, Switzerland, presents the natural heritage of the canton and beyond through its permanent exhibition halls covering geology, regional fauna, the history of the Earth and mineralogy. Visitors can discover the canton's smallest mammal, a Fribourg meteorite and fascinating fossils. The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and offers guided nature excursions. A new museum is planned as the future heart of the Arsenaux district.

Families and Kids

The museum offers activities for children and family animations, including guided nature excursions and family animations on the educational site 'Au Bois de mon Cœur' in Villars-sur-Glâne.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90 min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: Natural history
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations
    • Entrance fee: 0 CHF
    • Free entrance: Yes
    • Price range: $

Opening hours

Open daily from 14:00 to 18:00.
Monday
14:00-18:00
Tuesday
14:00-18:00
Wednesday
14:00-18:00
Thursday
14:00-18:00
Friday
14:00-18:00
Saturday
14:00-18:00
Sunday
14:00-18:00

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
fr.ch
Email
museumfribourg@fr.ch
Address
Chemin du Musée 6, 1700 Fribourg

Access

Nearby stops

  • Fribourg, Charmettes200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

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

FAQ

  • Is the museum currently moving to a new building?
    Yes, a new museum is planned as the future heart of the Arsenaux district. The permanent exhibition halls (Geology, Regional Fauna, History of the Earth and Mineralogy) remain open until the museum's final closure in autumn 2027.
  • Does the museum offer activities for families and children?
    Yes, the museum offers family animations and activities for children, including guided nature excursions and family animations on the educational site 'Au Bois de mon Cœur' in Villars-sur-Glâne.
  • Is there a care station for wild animals at the museum?
    Yes, the museum operates the Rita Roux care station for wild animals, which takes in small injured or sick wild animals.

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