NABU-Woldenhof
Wiegboldsbur, NABU Schulbauernhof Woldenhof
The NABU-Woldenhof is an environmental education center and the first school farm in Lower Saxony, located in the heart of East Frisia. It offers a wide range of nature experiences, educational programs, and landscape conservation activities, combining a school farm with an extensive agricultural operation focused on ecological practices and animal welfare.

🌿 Discover the NABU-Woldenhof, an environmental education center and the first school farm in Lower Saxony.
🏑 Explore a historic Gulfhaus farmstead, dedicated to nature conservation and ecological agriculture.

Why Go

  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Engage in diverse nature experiences and educational programs for all ages
  • πŸ‘ Meet endangered livestock breeds at this certified "Arche-Hof"
  • 🌳 Explore an old farm garden and orchard, part of a listed traditional East Frisian farmhouse
  • 🌱 Learn about ecological agriculture, landscape conservation, and various environmental projects
  • πŸŽ‰ Attend the traditional Whitsun Monday Farm Festival featuring regional products and crafts
  • πŸ“š Participate in school trips, holiday camps, family offers, and specialized seminars

Activities & Programs

  • 🚜 Farm Life: Hands-on farm work, animal feeding, and care (e.g., "Tiere auf dem Bauernhof").
  • πŸ› Nature Exploration: Insect counting ("Was krabbelt da?") and exploring local ecosystems.
  • 🧢 Wool Craft: Learn the process from sheep to sweater, including washing, combing, spinning, and felting.
  • πŸ‘Ά Naturkindergarten: A dedicated nature kindergarten on the premises.
  • πŸ›Œ Accommodations: Available for overnight stays during school trips and camps.

Getting There

  • πŸš— By Car: Via Autobahn 31 (Emden direction), exit Riepe (junction 6), then approx. 15 min drive.
  • 🚌 By Bus: From Emden (line 410 to Georgsheil Bahnhof, 3.5 km walk) or Aurich (line 433 to Wiegboldsbur MΓΌhle, farm visible).

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

  • Free parking available on site.

⏰ Public Access & Office Hours

  • The farm is publicly accessible every day.
  • Office hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 - 17:00.
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environmental educationschool farmnature conservationanimalsecological agriculturefamily-friendlyoutdoorhistorical buildingschool tripsholiday programsseminarsfarmwildliferegional productsevents