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Frog museum

Frog museum, Taxidermy museum in Estavayer-le-Lac, Switzerland

Description

The Frog Museum contains around 108 stuffed frogs positioned in carefully crafted dioramas showing them engaged in everyday activities. The scenes feature miniature furnishings and objects, creating small worlds that show how people spent their time and what occupied their daily lives.

History

The collection began in the 1850s when a former soldier started gathering frogs from the countryside and preparing them through taxidermy techniques. His work grew into the museum that stands today, preserving his efforts over several centuries.

Culture

The display reveals how people of the 1800s saw themselves and their daily routines through creative miniature scenes. This type of artistic expression was a way for people to observe and comment on their own society in a playful manner.

Practical

The museum is open during weekday and weekend hours and each display includes clear labels explaining the scenes. The collection is manageable in size, making it easy to view everything during a single visit without rushing.

Did you know?

Each frog wears handmade miniature clothing and sits within a complete scene featuring scaled objects crafted by the collector himself. This attention to detail and the manual skill involved make every diorama a distinct small work of art.

Opening Hours
Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-12:00, 14:00-17:00
GPS coordinates
46.84949,6.84880
Latest update
December 12, 2025 14:26

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