Museums for children in the canton of Fribourg

Fancy sending your children up a real medieval keep? The Château de Chenaux has watched over the old town of Estavayer-le-Lac since the 13th century. We take you to the top of its tower, from where the view runs straight over the rooftops and Lake Neuchâtel.

Fancy sending your children up a real medieval keep? The Château de Chenaux has watched over the old town of Estavayer-le-Lac since the 13th century. We take you to the top of its tower, from where the view runs straight over the rooftops and Lake Neuchâtel.

Fancy sending your children up a real medieval keep? The Château de Chenaux has watched over the old town of Estavayer-le-Lac since the 13th century. We take you to the top of its tower, from where the view runs straight over the rooftops and Lake Neuchâtel.

Fancy sending your children up a real medieval keep? The Château de Chenaux has watched over the old town of Estavayer-le-Lac since the 13th century. We take you to the top of its tower, from where the view runs straight over the rooftops and Lake Neuchâtel.

Want an outing that will open your children's eyes wide? At the Natural History Museum of Fribourg, admission is free and the displays are full of life. Take advantage of it: the museum will close its doors in autumn 2027 for its relocation.

Looking for a sweet afternoon with the family? In Broc, Maison Cailler takes you on an interactive, multisensory journey through the history of Swiss chocolate. And at the end, an all-you-can-eat tasting awaits young and old alike. The joy of cocoa, just a short walk from the Broc-Fabrique station.

What if your children discovered sculptures that move on their own? At the Espace Jean Tinguely – Niki de Saint Phalle, in Fribourg, the machines come to life in a great joyful uproar. A museum where art becomes a true spectacle.

How is the famous Gruyère AOP made? In Pringy, across from the train station, the demonstration cheese dairy opens its vats to you. In the morning, your children watch the cheesemakers at work, with a fun audio guide in their ears. A delicious and lively visit, just a stone's throw from the Château de Gruyères.

What if you traveled back in time with your family? Perched in the heart of the famous medieval city, the Château de Gruyères opens up eight centuries of history for you. With its free fun trails designed for children, it's an outing that combines a fortress, legends, and panoramic views of the Pre-Alps.