Discover the top 6 zoo: autumn fun for the whole family!
Discover the top 6 zoo: autumn fun for the whole family!
Autumn is not only known for colorful leaves and cooler temperatures, but also for numerous excursion destinations that attract families in the Frankfurt area. When the holiday season is just around the corner, the question often arises how to make the days off. The Rhein-Main area offers many opportunities for exciting adventures in nature, including a visit in one of the many zoo and zoo that come up with a variety of animals.
The Frankfurt Zoo, which recently opened a new lion enclosure, is particularly popular. In addition to this classic, we have put together a list of six other zoo and zoos that are worth a visit. These excursion destinations enable visitors to experience animals up close - from tame home lovers to impressive wild animals. A big plus is that several of these parks can be visited free of charge, which makes them an ideal goal for a family outing.Kobelt zoo: an extraordinary zoo in Schwanheim
The Kobelt Zoo in Frankfurt-Schwanheim is not an ordinary zoo, but is operated on a voluntary basis and offers space for around 300 animals on 17,000 square meters. In this small but fine zoo, there are, among other things, monkeys, ponies and parrots. Most of the animals located in the district were either taken sick or come from poor posture conditions. A visit here is particularly affordable because admission is free. Dogs are welcome, but a leash is required.
Information about the Kobelt Zoo
Opening times: Seasonal operation from May 1st to September 30th on Saturdays from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Address: Schwanheimer Bahnstr. 5, 60529 Frankfurt am Main
public transport: station "Rheinlandstraße", tram line 12 or bus line 51
More information at www.kobelt-zoo.de .
Tierpark Hattersheim: Animal fun for the whole family
The Zoo Hattersheim, just a stone's throw from Frankfurt, offers an ideal location for families with young children. There are various enclosures with animals such as donkeys and pheasants on 4,600 square meters. Children have the opportunity to feed the animals at defined feeding times, which is a special experience. The following also applies here: admission is free and the park invites you to linger at any time.
Information about the Hattersheim zoo
opening times: at any time
Admission: Free
Address: In the Glockwiesenweg, corner of Eschenbachstraße, 65795 Hattersheim am Main
public transport: Seven minutes walk from the "Hattersheim" station, tram line 1
More information at www.tierpark-hattersheim.de .
Wildlay in Hofheim: Animal observations in the wild
The wildlife park in Hofheim is another insider tip and offers visitors the opportunity to observe wild boars and fallow deer in their natural habitat. The park is operated by an association that receives it with donations. Here hikers can stroll through the varied landscape for hours and watch the animals in peace - of course, everything is free.
Details on the Wildpark Hofheim
opening times: at any time
Admission: Free
Address: In the forest behind the district forester's, below the chapel at the Meister Tower, 65719 Hofheim
More information at www.wildpark-retter.de .
Waldzoo Offenbach: Special animal experiences
The Waldzoo in Offenbach is characterized by its diversity. In addition to local animals, exotic species such as kangaroos can also be found here. Particular attention is paid to how the animals live in the zoo. Visitors can feed and stroke some of the animals, which ensures that the experience is still anactor.
Information about the Waldzoo Offenbach
Opening times: Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in winter until 5 p.m.
Admission: adults 3 euros, children 2.50 euros
Address: Waldstraße 275, 63071 Offenbach am Main
public transport: S2, S8/S9 to the Offenbach market square, then bus line 101 to "Tempelsee Stadthalle".
More information at www.waldzoo-offenbach.de .
These are just a few of the exciting places that are waiting for animal-loving visitors in the Rhine-Main area. Whether free admission or the special animal experience, these parks offer a wonderful opportunity to spend time in nature and learn a lot about animals. For more information and tips on the institutions mentioned as well as other attractions in the area, it is worth taking a look at the respective websites.
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