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Swiss Bier Museum

The Swiss Bier Museum in Fribourg, Switzerland, is located on the site of the former Cardinal brewery at BlueFactory. Its permanent exhibition of over 600 m² tells the story of Swiss brewing history, the key stages of beer production, life at the brewery and the history of the Cardinal brand linked to Fribourg. The venue also includes a reconstructed historic bistro and the Fermentarium, a versatile space for temporary exhibitions, workshops and meetings. The museum hosts changing temporary exhibitions and offers guided tours and tastings.

Families and Kids

Children under 16 enter free when accompanied by an adult. The museum offers guided tours and tastings that families can enjoy together, and the reconstructed historic bistro adds to the experience.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Crafts and industry
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open on Thursdays from 16:00 to 19:00 and on Saturdays from 14:00 to 17:00; closed on Sundays. The museum is closed during the summer and winter closure periods, but visits by reservation remain possible.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
16:00-19:00
Friday
Closed
Saturday
14:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

Admission fees

10 CHF
Adult admission
8 CHF
Reduced admission for students, AVS and AI recipients.
0 CHF
Free for persons under 16 years of age, who must be accompanied by an adult.

Contact

Webpage
swissbiermuseum.ch
Email
info@museum-cardinal.ch
Address
Passage du Cardinal 1, 1700 Fribourg

Access

Nearby stops

  • Fribourg, Arsenaux250 meters walking distance
  • Fribourg/Freiburg750 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Bern
22m
Lausanne
45m
Thun
52m
Neuchâtel
56m
Olten
57m

FAQ

  • In which languages are the guided tours offered?
    Guided tours are offered mainly in French and German; English is also possible depending on guide availability.
  • Is the museum accessible for people with reduced mobility?
    Yes. There is an elevator accessible from the back of the building, and the entire exhibition is accessible except for the part concerning the history of Cardinal, which the staff will gladly tell you about. Adapted WC is available.
  • How long does a visit to the museum take?
    An individual visit takes about 45 minutes, and you should allow about 1 hour in total. A guided tour also lasts about 45 minutes, with about 1 hour in total.
  • Do I need to reserve in advance for an individual visit?
    Reservations are made through the website, ideally 48 hours in advance except on weekends. You can also buy your ticket directly on site on the day of your visit.
  • Can the museum be visited during the summer and winter closure periods?
    Yes, visits by reservation are always possible during these closure periods, subject to availability.