Tropenhaus Frutigen – the oasis in the Bernese Oberland
Are you ready for a trip into a tropical wonderland?
The Tropenhaus Frutigen in the Bernese Oberland is worth a visit whatever the weather. The tropical jungle, the greenhouses with exotic fruits, and the unique sturgeon and caviar breeding are a special experience for both young and old. The truly impressive thing is that the complex is irrigated with warm water from the nearby Lötschberg, which is what enables the cultivation of tropical plants and fruits.
Important note: The Adventure World and the Tropengarten restaurant will close their doors on 20 May 2024 in order to concentrate exclusively on fish farming.
Exhibition & tropical garden
Exhibition «How the fish came to the mountain»
Experience how the naturally warm water from the Lötschberg is used to grow tropical fruits and to produce real sturgeon caviar. In five thematic worlds, visitors are invited to an interactive exhibition. The topics of water, sturgeon, caviar, pleasure and energy, always in close connection with the events within the tropical house, are animated and communicated in a playful manner, giving the opportunity to learn a lot of new things and to try them out. At the beginning, virtual figures – a groundhog from the region, a sturgeon, a scientist, and a cook – welcome you and guide you through the exhibition. The visit is supported by a sophisticated audio system that works via a device or the Tropenhaus app. A new feature is the dedicated children's track, which encourages the little ones to go on a voyage of discovery with the Murmeli and solve exciting puzzles at frottage stations along the way.
Tropical garden
A tour of the greenhouses enthuses and surprises with the multitude of exotic fruits, spices and plants. Bananas, papayas, mangoes, carambolas, dwarf bananas, guaves, mangosteens, grapefruits, pomegranate apples, avocados, pineapples or kumquats are all over 173 varieties that can be discovered. The possibility of allowing the fruit to ripen naturally lead to an incomparable fruit flavor. Different thematic trails lead visitors through greenhouses and allow them to discover a wealth of information on coffee, bananas or spices. Access to the greenhouses is free.
Escape Games
Two exciting missions with over 30 tricky puzzles and a gripping story. As the Expeditions Team, you will discover the secrets of a forgotten Inca civilisation and their mysterious artefacts: the “Tears of God” – the source of the old Inca gods’ power. Of course, things don’t exactly go to plan, and you will have to find your way out of some precarious situations. An hour packed full of exploration, puzzles and teamwork, for families, friends and colleagues.
This activity is now offered by Tropenhaus Frutigen in cooperation with Live Escape Game Switzerland, the pioneer of the escape game scene in Switzerland with 8 years of market experience and over 50,000 happy visitors.
Restaurant Tropengarten
Why travel to distant lands? At the Tropengarten Restaurant, the holiday atmosphere is guaranteed. A unique culinary experience awaits you amidst verdant greenery and the fragrance of exotic flowers. This is due not only to the tropical ambience, but also the Tropical Garden’s kitchen team: here the chefs are inspired afresh each day by the high-quality ingredients from the fish and caviar farm and the bounty of fruits and spices from the tropical garden. Tasty menus await you each day, and how about a romantic tête-à-tête for two people? Restaurant guests are also welcome without a visit to the exhibition.
Guided tours & Events
Public tours, every Sunday at 11.00 hours
Let an expert guide you through the different areas of the tropical house and learn interesting facts about the Frutiger Tropics and all that grows, lives and thrives here.
Every last Sunday of the month at 14.00 hours, a special topic is examined more closely. Focus topics such as ginger, cocoa, coffee or sturgeon and caviar offer you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and always provide variety.
Advance booking is not required.
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Language | German |
| Price | CHF 29.00 per person, incl. admission |
| Meeting point | shop/checkout |
Bookable guided tours
There are three thematic guided tours to choose from. All can be booked for as little as 1 person and last 1 hour 30 minutes each. They can also be combined with each other. Just as you like it.
Tropical House Guided Tour
During the tour of the Tropic House Frutigen you will discover many exciting things. Immerse yourself in the beautiful tropical garden, explore the fascinating exhibition "How the fish came to the mountain", get to know the world of sturgeon and caviar, learn interesting details about fish farming and let yourself be carried away by the impressive history of the Tropic House. There is also a shortened version of the tour (1 hour).
1 hour:
1–12 persons: CHF 390.00
13–24 persons: CHF 650.00
1 hour 30 minutes:
1–12 persons: CHF 530.00
13–24 persons: CHF 790.00
Focus tour fish farm
Our guides take you behind the scenes: Starting with an insight into the history of the Tropenhaus, you will then be given exclusive insights and lots of exciting insider information on the subject of sturgeon and caviar.
1–12 persons: CHF 530.00
13–24 personsn: CHF 790.00
Guided tour with the professional in the garden
Our experts from the tropical garden give you an exclusive look behind the scenes: In addition to an introduction to the history of the Tropic House, you will receive a lot of background knowledge and insider information about the Tropic Garden as well as the technology required for its smooth operation.
1–12 persons: CHF 320.00
13–24 persons: CHF 640.00
Advance booking is required.
Adventure tours including workshop
On a one-hour guided tour you will learn a lot of interesting facts about all areas of the tropical house. In addition, depending on the booked experience, a main topic is integrated. Afterwards, you round off your experience in the form of a workshop. Ideal for families and groups. All guided tours can also be booked for groups of 1 person or more.
Chilli Oil
Do you know Carolina Reaper? As the hottest chilli, it has 2.2 million Scoville. You will learn a lot of interesting facts about the hottest spice and its pitfalls. Discover the different chilli varieties and make your own chilli oil under expert guidance.
1–12 persons: CHF 450.00
13–24 persons: CHF 690.00
Taste and enjoy
Have you always wanted to know what the tropics taste like? Let yourself be surprised by culinary delicacies from the tropical garden as well as products from the sturgeon and Oona Caviar from our own production during this tasting.
1–12 persons: CHF 790.00
13–24 persons: CHF 1390.00
Spiced salt
Get to know the different spices and herbs in the tropical garden. Under expert guidance you will make your own spiced salt to take home. .
1–12 persons: CHF 450.00
13–24 persons: CHF 690.00
Coffee roasting
Let the coffee trail take you on a journey into the world of coffee and learn how green coffee gets into the cup. You will also have the opportunity to roast your own coffee
1–12 persons: CHF 450.00
Sturgeon leather accessory
The sturgeon is not only a supplier of delicacies, but also of special fish leather. Make your own sturgeon leather accessory under guidance. An individual and exclusive souvenir or gift (bracelet or key ring).
1–12 persons: CHF 740.00
Tropical Tea Blend
Get to know the different exotic herbs from the tropical garden and their effects. Afterwards, put together your personal tea blend for home under expert guidance.
1–12 persons: CHF 450.00
13–24 persons: CHF 690.00
Advance booking is required.
Events
In addition, numerous events take place around the tropical forest and fish farming. How about a New Year's Eve party under palm trees?
Opening times Today (Friday) open
Exhibition, Shop and Tropical Garden
We–Sun 10.00–17.30 hours
Restaurant Tropical Garden
Wed 10.00–17.30 hours
Thu–Sat 10.00–23.00 hours
Sun 10.00–17.30 hours
Closed Monday and Tuesday, except holidays
In fine weather, the terrace is open from Thursday to Saturday from 18.00 hours.
Table reservation by phone +41 33 672 11 43 or at tischreservation@tropenhaus-frutigen.ch
Please note the special opening hours due to exclusive occasions or closed events.
Official holidays and annual closing
24.06.–09.07.2024
Subject to change without prior notice
How to get there
Location
Contact
- Tropenhaus Frutigen
- +41 33 672 11 44
- Tropenhaus Frutigen www.tropenhaus-frutigen.ch
- Webcam Frutigen, Tropenhaus
