Tropenhaus Frutigen – the oasis in the Bernese Oberland
Into the jungle with 20% off
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.
Take advantage of our discount offer now: If you travel to and from the exhibition by public transport as part of a single trip, you save 10% on the entrance fee and 20% on the public transport ticket. The RegioExpress Bern–Spiez–Kandersteg–Brig takes you directly from Bern to Frutigen in less than 45 minutes.
Benefit
Benefit from the following when you purchase travel to and from the event by public transport at the same time:
- 10% discount on admission to the Tropical House Frutigen
- 20% discount on the journey to Frutigen and back
Tropical House
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
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
In addition, numerous events take place around the tropical forest and fish farming.
How about a New Year's Eve party under palm trees?
Informative guided tours are available for groups. Simply choose your favourite from the exciting and interactive guided tours on offer.
Children
Turtle wash and weigh day
5 March, 11 June and 8 October 2023, 14.00 to 15.00 hours
Three times a year the turtles get some special pampering. In addition to feeding, they are washed, weighed and receive a small health check. The Tropenhaus Frutigen makes this unforgettable and educational moment open to all those who are interested, both young and old. Take a look over the keeper’s shoulder as they goes about their work and learn exciting facts about the peculiarities of these friendly creatures.
- Admission free.
- No registration required.
Children’s birthday parties
Where kids’ dreams come true.
The little ones can dress up as pirates or princesses and go on a treasure hunt. After an exciting expedition in the jungle, the little explorers will receive a surprise package to take home.
- Children’s birthday parties can be booked during normal Tropenhaus opening hours.
- Ideal for children aged from 4 to 10
- Duration: approx. 2 to 2½ hours
- The event should be booked 3 weeks in advance.
- The Tropenhaus is entirely wheelchair-accessible.
Food & drink
Tropenhaus Frutigen will be happy to suggest ideas for suitable catering.
Children’s birthday parties
- CHF 224.00 Party flat-rate fee*
- CHF 18.00 Every additional child
* Up to eight children and an adult companion, excl. catering
Included in the price
- Entertainment and supervision by a qualified member of staff
- Includes goodie bag of surprises for each child and a birthday present for the birthday child
Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration
Opening times Today (Monday) open
Exhibition, Shop and Tropical Garden
We–Sun 10.00–17.30 hours
Restaurant Tropical Garden
We–Sat 10.00–23.00 hours
Sun 10.00–17.30 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.
Company vacations 2023
From 3 to 18 July 2023
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