Immerse yourself in the world of fantastic Art. HR Giger, a Swiss artist, won the Oscar for Best Visual Effects in 1980 for his artistic contribution to the film "Alien"
The museum is located in St-Germain castle, in the centre of the medieval town of Gruyères. It contains the biggest existing collection of the works of HR Giger: paintings, sculptures, furnishings, film sets. Between reality and fiction, past and future, HR Giger takes you on a journey into the fascinating world of your imagination.
The HR Giger bar, opposite the museum, is also well worth visiting.
The HR Giger museum is located a few metres away from Gruyères Castle. A special rate gives access to the two museums on the same day.
Discover all the museums in La Gruyère.
This experience is included in the PocketPass La Gruyère.
10 experiences, 2 days of discoveries and public transport included.
Admission
| Adults | 12.50 CHF |
| Seniors, students | 8.50 CHF |
| Children | 4.- CHF |
Combined Ticket for adults
| Gruyères Castle & HR Giger Museum | 20.- CHF |
Admission for groups (12 or more)
| Adults | 8.50 CHF |
| Students | 7.50 CHF |
| Children | 3.- CHF |
Guided tours by reservation in French, German, English or Spanish.
Two options to choose from:
45 minutes: CHF 90.- + group price per person will be added
60 minutes: CHF 120.- + group price per person will be added
Reservation 2 weeks in advance by email at info@hrgigermuseum.com or by phone at +41 26 921 22 00.
The last entry is 45 minutes before closing time.
Animals, even on a lead or in a bag, are not permitted except for guide dogs or assistance dogs.
Access for persons with reduced mobility on the ground floor.
This experience is included in the PocketPass La Gruyère.
10 experiences, 2 days of discoveries and public transport included.
HR Giger Museum
Château St. Germain
Rue du Château 2
1663 Gruyères
Opening hours
From 30 Mar to 2 Nov 2026
Monday - Friday
10:00 - 18:00
Saturday - Sunday
10:00 - 18:30
From 4 Nov 2026 to 29 Mar 2027
Monday
Closed
Tuesday - Friday
13:00 - 17:00
Saturday - Sunday
10:00 - 18:00
5 January 2027
Tuesday
12:00 - 17:00
