Inselzoo Altenburg/Thüringen
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The Inselzoo is the only zoo in Germany that is located on an isle.
Waymark Code: WMBNQK
Location: Thüringen, Germany
Date Posted: 06/07/2011
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The Inselzoo is the only zoo in Germany that is located on an isle.
The isle is located in the Großer Teich (great lake) at the southern border of the historic city center.
The isle was man-made in 1720/21 and it was a place for regeneration for duke Friedrich II. In the history the isle was used in several ways, such as a place for regeneration for the people of Altenburg with a restaurant on it.
The zoo itself was openend in 1954 and since the 1990s there were some structural alteration works to advance the living conditions for the animals.
There are 11 mammal species, 34 bird species, 27 fish species, 11 reptile species, 7 amphibian species and 13 invertebrate species you can look at.
Opening hours:
1. May - 4. October 08.00am - 06.00pm
5. October - 30. April 09.00am - 04.00pm
Admission prices
children till 6 years - free
children from 6-14 - 1.00€
teen/adult - 1.50€
Zoo Website address: [Web Link]
Admission Cost: 2.00 (listed in local currency)
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Visit Instructions:
Please tell us a story about your visit to the zoo and the date of your visit. Additional photos, especially animals, are appreciated, but not required.