Vogelpark Heiligenkirchen
Bruchsal, Germany
About Vogelpark Heiligenkirchen
The Vogel- und Blumenpark Heiligenkirchen at Detmold in the Teutoburg Forest is a bird and flower park built around parrots, with a rearing station that hand-raises and artificially incubates them and publishes its breeding reports, including natural incubation of brush turkeys and the rearing of Kammtalegallas. Alongside the birds are mammals, extensive flower plantings, a playground and a zoo school.
Visitors can feed animals with a keeper, book children's birthdays, and guided tours are offered for blind and disabled visitors and for groups. There is a cycle station on site.
Visitors can park in designated areas near the entrance of the Vogelpark. Parking is typically paid, so be sure to bring some change or a credit card. It's advisable to arrive early during peak times to secure a good parking spot.
- Check the park's website for seasonal opening times and special events.
- Bring a picnic, as there are areas to relax and enjoy food outside.
- Stroller rentals are available for families with young children.
- Photography is allowed, but be respectful of the animals and their space.
- On-site shops offer souvenirs and snacks for visitors.
- Home to over 1,000 birds and mammals across 300 species.
- Features the largest bird, the cassowary, and the smallest chicken in the world.
- Offers unique birthday tours for children that include animal feeding.
- The park is located at the foot of the Hermansdenkmal, a notable landmark.
- Hosts a variety of rare species, including hornbills and Mandschuren cranes.