Electrobroc

About the museum

Electrobroc is the visitor and information centre of the energy company Groupe E, right next to the Broc hydroelectric power plant in the Gruyère region. The centre aims to make energy understandable without jargon and without preaching, and invites visitors to try out for themselves the links between electricity production, everyday life and the climate.

Over roughly 1,200 square metres, a staff member guides visitors through the exhibition. On show are a film about the regional hydropower plants, an animated film on the history of energy and an animated model plant of 19 square metres that simulates electricity consumption over 24 hours. Hands-on stations show, for example, generating electricity by bike, how a dynamo works or the greenhouse effect; one room explains electricity in everyday life.

Two rooms were recently redesigned: the “BlitzLab”, which combines the fascination of electricity with the prevention of hazards, and the hydropower area, which runs from the dam to the power plant. The Broc power plant is being renewed until 2027; Electrobroc stays open throughout, with an adapted tour that also offers glimpses of the construction site. The group's offering also includes dam tours and a free outdoor educational trail.

Highlights

• Animated model plant showing electricity consumption over 24 hours
• Experiments: electricity by bike, dynamo, greenhouse effect
• BlitzLab on electricity and hazard prevention
• View of the Broc power plant and its ongoing renewal
• Free guided visits

Permanent exhibition

• Electrobroc – Ausstellung zum Verstehen von Energie – Guided tour through about 1,200 m² with films, an animated model plant, experiment stations, the BlitzLab, the hydropower area and a view of the power plant in operation.

Operated by

Groupe E

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

All visits and tours are free of charge. Children's birthday parties cost CHF 15 per child (CHF 20 with cake and a drink).

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

According to the operator, the visit is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility. For safety reasons, the tour is not recommended for people with pacemakers.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Hands-on stations
• Kids’ birthday parties

Children's birthday parties for 7 to 12 children with a tour, a craft workshop (a nesting box made from regional wood) and optionally a Zvieri (afternoon snack), on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons and during school holidays by reservation (1–2 accompanying adults).

Getting there & parking

By car via the A12, exit Bulle, towards Charmey on the bypass road; from the centre of Broc follow the brown cultural signs for “Electrobroc”. The Maison Cailler is about a 10-minute walk away.

Amenities & dining

• Café: not available
• Restaurant: not available

A covered picnic area is available to visitors.

Events & venue rental

Up to 60 guests.

A room for 60 people is available to visitor groups; rental is not advertised.

Plan your visit