Natural History Museum Freiburg: Natural sciences, regional fauna, geology, and paleontology in an interactive family-friendly environment.
The permanent exhibition of the Natural History Museum of Fribourg is divided into four thematic rooms exploring Earth sciences and the biodiversity of the Canton of Fribourg. Featuring Swiss and Fribourg meteorites, iconic fossils, and taxidermied animals from the regional fauna, the MHNF invites visitors on a journey of discovery to encounter the natural heritage of both here and elsewhere.
Admission
| Free inspection | Free |
| Fribourg City Card | Free |
Guided tour
| Groups (during opening hours) | 150.- CHF |
| Groups (outside opening hours) | 250.- CHF |
Guided tour
Whether with family, friends, colleagues or customers, if you're planning an outing for 10 people or more, opt for a group tour.
We offer 45 to 60-minute guided tours of the permanent or temporary exhibitions, led by an experienced guide or cultural mediator.
People with reduced mobility
We do our utmost to facilitate visits by disabled visitors. A ramp and elevator provide wheelchair access to most of the museum's rooms. However, the platform lift leading to the large temporary exhibition room on the 2nd floor is only suitable for non-motorized wheelchairs. Guide dogs and assistance dogs for the disabled are welcome at the Museum.
Catering
The University cafeteria, opposite the Museum, is open weekdays. Check the opening hours of the Mensa de Pérolles.
Weather permitting, the Botanical Garden next to the Museum is an ideal spot for a picnic. Tables and chairs are available.
Access by car and public transport
By bus TPF | Charmettes bus stop [1 / 3 / 7 / 8 / 9]
On foot | Approx. 15 minutes from SBB station
By bike | Publibike
By car | Motorway A1 Lausanne-Berne, exit Fribourg Sud. Limited number of paid parking spaces in the neighborhood.
Musée d'histoire naturelle
Chemin du Musée 6
1700 Fribourg
Opening hours
- 24 December 2026 (Christmas Eve)
- 25 December 2026 (Christmas Day)
- 1 January 2027 (New Year's Day)
From 2 Jan to 31 Dec 2026
Monday - Sunday
14:00 - 18:00
