Around 250 to 300 million years ago, the village of Frutigen in the Bernese Oberland was bathed in a tropical climate. The emergence of the sturgeon – a dinosaur among fish – dates equally far back. But why are sturgeon being bred in the village today? In the permanent exhibition “How the fish came to the mountains” at Tropenhaus Frutigen you can find out how the idea arose to use the excess heat in the water from the NEAT base tunnel for breeding sturgeon and producing caviar. And there’s more to savour in this tropical oasis at the foot of the Bernese peaks – exotic fruits, plants and spices all thrive in the extensive greenhouses. The produce is served at the in-house restaurant and is also available in the Tropenhaus shop. There’s certainly plenty of reasons to visit this gem in the heart of Frutigen.
Tropenhaus Frutigen
Anyone who travels to Adelboden is likely to hear about Vogellisi, the mythical herb woman. As a local figure, she’s ubiquitous on Adelboden’s adventure mountain VogellisiBerg. A family-friendly theme trail between Sillerenbühl and Bergläger is dedicated to the story of Vogellisi and her adventures, inviting big and small to immerse themselves in her world. If you prefer to pick up the pace, you can also explore the area by scooter. Seven varied routes covering a total of 45 kilometres are waiting to be discovered – and all offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Experiences on Vogellisi Mountain