Kaiserslautern Zoo
Kaiserslautern, Germany
About Kaiserslautern Zoo
Zoo Kaiserslautern, founded in 1968 as Tierpark Siegelbach, holds around 112 species and more than 500 animals on seven hectares in the Siegelbach district, with a nature trail running through it. A group of Asian small-clawed otters sits right at the main entrance, opposite a walk-through enclosure with Bennett's wallabies. The 1,100 sq m lemur enclosure, opened in 2016, is a walk-through too - nine ring-tailed lemurs share it with a pair of white storks that built their nest there.
The savannah, opened for the zoo's 50th anniversary in 2018, holds zebras, ostriches and eland; the tropical house keeps squirrel monkeys, sloths that move freely above visitors' heads, reptiles and piranhas; and a modern falconry houses the birds of prey, which are shown in flight demonstrations. Germany's first zoo kindergarten opened here in June 2024, and the zoo is a recognised out-of-school place of learning. The ring-tailed lemur replaced the tiger as the zoo's emblem in 2018.
health and well-being.
It includes giving animals proper food, clean living spaces, medical care, and treating them with respect.
These standards help make sure animals live safe, healthy, and stress-free lives.
Visitors can park at the designated parking area near the zoo entrance. The parking is free, making it convenient for families and groups. It is advisable to arrive early during peak times to secure a good parking spot.
- The zoo has a temporary closure of its petting zoo for safety improvements.
- Food and drinks are available at the zoo entrance, but the main restaurant is currently closed for renovations.
- Public transportation options include bus lines that stop directly at the zoo.
- The zoo offers a unique evening safari experience for visitors.
- It provides fresh hay for animal feeding, promoting animal health.
- The zoo is a significant site for education and conservation efforts.