Tropenhaus Frutigen – the oasis in the Bernese Oberland

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

With tropical jungle, Siberian sturgeon, alpine caviar and the interactive exhibition “How the fish came to the mountain”, the Tropenhaus Frutigen is an experience for the whole family. In a playful way, adventurers big and small gain all kinds of knowledge here about current topics such as nutrition, the environment and the sustainable use of energy. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Tropic House Frutigen offers various guided tours. The public tours every Sunday at 11.00 hours offer an insight into the different areas of the tropical house. On adventure or special tours, listening is supplemented with activities such as workshops or treasure hunts.

 

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.

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

Travel comfortably by train to Frutigen. Approximate 7 minute walk from the station, using the exit for the industrial zone and following the railway line and the river towards Spiez.