Meeresaquarium Zella-Mehlis
Discover Thuringia's unique adventure world, the Meeresaquarium Zella-Mehlis, offering an breathtaking underwater journey through tropical oceans. It features a diverse array of marine life, including a unique 1,000,000-liter shark tank, and is considered the largest and most attractive of its kind in Central Germany.

Dive into Thuringia's unique underwater world at Meeresaquarium Zella-Mehlis.
๐Ÿฆˆ Experience the fascinating diversity of tropical oceans, home to sharks, crocodiles, and exotic fish.

Why Go

๐Ÿ  Explore a breathtaking underwater world with diverse marine life.
๐ŸŒŠ Witness the unique 1,000,000-liter shark tank, a highlight in Thuringia.
๐ŸŠ See various reptiles, including large crocodiles and alligators.
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Fully accessible and barrier-free, suitable for all visitors.
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Enjoy a meal at the on-site 'aquamaehlis' restaurant.

Hours

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (last admission 5:30 PM).
๐ŸŽ„ Special hours on Dec 24th & 31st: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
โš ๏ธ Note: Closes early on Sep 25th, 2025, at 2:30 PM (last admission 2:00 PM).

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Adults: 16,00โ‚ฌ
๐Ÿ‘ง Children (4-12 years): 8,00โ‚ฌ
๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ“ Reduced (students, disabled): 12,00โ‚ฌ
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Family Cards available (e.g., 2 Adults + 1 Child: 36,00โ‚ฌ).
๐Ÿ“ธ Photo/Film Permit (without flash): 1,00โ‚ฌ

Activities

๐Ÿฆˆ Shark Feeding: Every Sunday at 2:00 PM in the 1,000,000-liter tank.
๐ŸŠ Crocodile & Alligator Feeding: Every Saturday at 2:00 PM (April-September).
๐ŸŽ‰ Children's Birthday Parties: Available daily by prior arrangement for groups of 5+ children.

Pets

๐Ÿถ Dogs permitted with muzzle and short leash (2,00โ‚ฌ fee).
๐Ÿ•โ€๐Ÿฆบ Blind dogs enter free. Owners are liable for damages.

Accessibility

โ™ฟ The adventure park is fully accessible and barrier-free, including an elevator for wheelchair users.

Food

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Restaurant 'aquamaehlis' offers 80 seats and a separate room for events.

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