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Update Corona protective measures
Langenberg Zoo
Masks are not compulsory at Langenberg Zoo, except in certain indoor areas and if the distance of 1.5 meters cannot be maintained.
All houses are open again. Masks are compulsory in the muesli hut and the Mongolian yurt. The visi...
Good news: new additions to the Zurich Wilderness Park
A trip to Langenberg Zoo is particularly worthwhile at the moment. Young animals can now be observed in many animal species. Particularly pleasing: after 10 years, young lynx have once again been born in Zurich Wildlife Park - thanks to a new pair of lynx. Event tip: On June 27, the "Young Animals" wilderness day will take place at Langenberg Zoo.
On May 5, the surprise was perfect. The young female lynx, who has been living at Langenberg Zoo since last fall, gave birth to two cubs in the barn. The two cubs have now opened their eyes and are starting to explore the enclosure. With a bit of luc...
Update Corona protective measures
The currently valid COVID-19 Ordinance of May 26, 2021 provides for further relaxations. Based on the national measures, the following rules will apply to the Zurich Wilderness Park from Monday, May 31, 2021 until at least June 30, 2021:
Langenber...
Update on coronavirus protection measures in the Zurich Wilderness Park
Langenberg Zoo
- The zoo is open.
- The Langenberg restaurant is open daily as a take-away establishment in good weather, including a terrace with compulsory seating. The current operating hours are communicated on site and on wildnispark.ch.
- T...
Pay conveniently with your smartphone
New features at the parking meters
From Friday, April 16, the flat-rate parking fee at Langenberg Zoo and Sihlwald Nature Discovery Park can be paid by smartphone using the Parkingpay app or Twint. Coin payment is still possible at both locations,...
Update on coronavirus protection measures in the Zurich Wilderness Park
Langenberg area
- The zoo is open.
- The restaurant will remain closed until April 14 (including the terraces). In good weather, however, a take-away service will be offered from Wednesday to Sunday and on public holidays (11.00 am to 3.00 pm). T...
Langenberg Zoo is open again
Langenberg area
- The zoo is open again. The restaurant remains closed, but offers a take-away service in good weather. Opening hours will be communicated on site.
- The Müsli-Hüsli, the Elk House, the Spring Water Castle and the Mongolian Yurt ...
Current implementation of the corona protection measures
Langenberg Zoo
- Langenberg Zoo, the Wildlife Park Shop and the Langenberg Restaurant will remain closed until the end of February.
- Protection concept for the zoo.
Sihlwald visitor center area
- The otter enclosure will remain closed ...
A meeting in the forest? Gladly, but with respect please!
Many people are meeting outside again due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Zurich Wilderness Park and numerous other nature reserves are asking people to organize these stays or celebrations with respect for nature.
The rangers recommend the following rules of conduct for a respectful experience of nature:
- Celebrate in the garden or city park instead of in the nature reserve or forest
- It is better to celebrate during the day than at night. Wild animals a...
The ibex are in rut
To court the females, the kings of the Alps adopt a very special posture during the mating season: they tilt their heads back, fold their horns on their backs and raise their tails. The animals repeatedly stick out their tongues and make a clicking s...
