New exhibition

New exhibition

At the otter enclosure in Sihlwald, you can explore the underwater world of the River Sihl.

Information about the exhibition

Out and about with the squirrel backpack

Out and about with the squirrel backpack

During the Sihlwald Visitor Centre’s opening hours, families with children can explore the Sihlwald from a whole new perspective alongside Rubia the squirrel: a themed walk.

Find out more (offer in German)

Fireban in Wildnispark Zurich

Fireban in Wildnispark Zurich

There is currently a high risk of forest fires in the canton of Zurich. A total ban on fires is in force in the Sihlwald and at Langenberg Wildlife Park. Setting off fireworks and sparklers is prohibited.

Further information

Lynx cub born

Lynx cub born

Another lynx cub has been born at Langenberg Wildlife Park.

Further information

Exciting animal stories and secret discoveries in the natural forest:

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Please take care! At the moment there is a huge risk of forest fires in the canton of Zurich. Accordingly, a strict fire ban is in effect in the Sihlwald, on the grounds of the Sihlwald Visitor Center, and at the Langenberg Wildlife Park.

Experience, enjoy and understand nature

In front of the gates of the cities of Zurich and Zug.

The Wildnispark Zurich offers unique experiences in nature at two locations: the Langenberg Wildlife Park in Langnau am Albis invites visitors to meet native animals. The Sihlwald Nature Discovery Park offers a unique combination of forest, wilderness and river landscape. The Sihlwald hamlet is home to the visitor center with an exhibition, playground and fire pits.

Our commitment to Europe’s largest cat

Reintroduction of lynx

Wild lynx are endangered in Europe, as their small and often isolated populations suffer from genetic depletion. The Wildnispark Zurich supports the conservation of the species by releasing lynx born at Langenberg Wildlife park back into the wild. By making a donation, you can help the Wildnispark Zurich to continue these efforts and ensure that young lynx are prepared for life in the wild in conditions as close to nature as possible.

More Information about the Project

Upcoming events (German only)

Essbare Wildpflanzen im Sommer

22.08.2026 08:45
Auf unserem Streifzug durch den Naturwald Sihlwald lernen Sie in diesem Kurs verschiedene Wildpflanzen kennen.
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Mit den Rangern unterwegs

29.08.2026 16:00
Seit mehr als 25 Jahren darf sich der Sihlwald wieder in eine Wildnis verwandeln. Sie erhalten einen Einblick in diese spezielle Naturoase und lernen den Alltag des Rangerteams kennen.
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Wildnistag

29.08.2026 18:00
Flinke Mäuse, neugierige Ratten und flatternde Fledermäuse: An diesem Abend feiern wir die kleinen Nager und Flugkünstler.
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Opening hours

Sihlwald Nature Discovery Park

Visitor center and Sihlwald area
The wilderness playground, fire pits, covered seating areas and the Sihlwald forest, including the forest adventure trail, are freely accessible at all times.

Visitor center in Sihlwald
Oktober 27 – March 28
closed

Opening hours

Langenberg Zoo

Langenberg East
Most of the animal enclosures are freely accessible 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Langenberg West
daily 09.00 - 16.00

Restaurant Langenberg
Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 17.00
Sat/Sun/Public holidays: 09.00 - 19.00

Do you have dogs?

How to get to Sihlwald and Langenberg

We recommend traveling by public transport.

Contact us

Wildnispark Zurich Foundation
Alte Sihltalstrasse 38
8135 Sihlwald
+41 44 722 55 22
info@wildnispark.ch

Mon, Wed, Fri: 9.00 – 12.00
Mon – Sun: 13.00 – 16.00
Sat, Sun, and holidays: 13.00 – 17.00 Uhr

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