Natureum Niederelbe
Balje, Natureum Niederelbe
The Natureum Niederelbe is a museum and nature park located on a peninsula at the Elbe and Oste rivers, offering insights into the fascinating animal and plant world of the Elbe estuary and coastal nature.

πŸ“œ Learn about the fascinating animal and plant world of the Elbe estuary.
πŸ” Discover the secrets of nature on a peninsula at the Elbe and Oste rivers.

Why Go

🌿 Explore diverse coastal nature and wildlife, including mudflats and meadows.
🐝 See a real beehive and trigger a storm surge model.
🐦 Observe thousands of migratory birds from observation stations in the ElbeKüstenpark.
🐎 Get close to endangered domestic animals like Schleswig Coldblood horses and Skudde sheep.
πŸ€Έβ€β™€οΈ Enjoy water play areas and playgrounds for the youngest visitors.
🚒 Learn about the Elbe river's importance, storm surges, and coastal protection.
✨ Discover the "Amber - Gold of the Coast" exhibition with jewelry and carvings.
πŸ–ΌοΈ Explore regular special exhibitions and art in the "Gallery in the Tower".

Hours

⏰ From March: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 17:00.
πŸ—“οΈ July and August: Also open on Mondays.
πŸŽ‰ Open on public holidays, except New Year's Day and Christmas.

Cost

πŸ’° Check the homepage for current prices.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family ticket costs only 10 € on Fridays.
πŸ“‰ Reduced admission prices apply during the off-season.

Getting There

πŸš— Take the B73 road towards Stade until the exit Neuhaus/Natureum.

Toilets

🚻 Accessible toilets available in the entrance and main buildings.
🚽 WC facilities and a changing room are also available.

Why Avoid

🌧️ Condition of natural paths is weather-dependent.
πŸ• Dogs are allowed on outdoor grounds (on a leash) but not inside buildings.

🍽️ Food & Drink

🍰 The Café/Bistro offers homemade cakes, snacks, and plate dishes made from seasonal and regional ingredients.

πŸ›οΈ Shop

πŸ“š A shop with a small reading corner offers books and sustainable products related to the exhibition.

β™Ώ Accessibility

β™Ώ A large part of the grounds is barrier-free.
ramp Upper floors of the buildings, with the exception of the tower, are accessible via ramps.

🐢 Pet Policy

🐢 Dogs are allowed on the outdoor grounds (on a leash) with an admission fee of 1 €.
🚫 Dogs are not allowed inside the buildings.

✨ Amenities

β˜”β˜€οΈ Activities for bad weather and suitable for all weather conditions.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦πŸ« Caters to groups, school classes, families, and children of all ages.
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ English language information is available.
πŸ’΅ Payment can be made in cash on site.
πŸ€Έβ€β™€οΈ An indoor children's play area is available.

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museumnatureanimalszooexhibitionfamily-friendlyoutdooreducationelbe estuarycoastaccessiblecafeshopwildlife observationculturalregional history