Naturerlebniszentrum Elbepark Hebelei
The Naturerlebniszentrum Elbepark Hebelei is a nature experience center and animal park located in the picturesque Elbe valley, focusing on the conservation and breeding of endangered domestic animals. It offers a variety of educational and recreational activities for families and nature enthusiasts, including interactive games, a petting zoo, and popular farmers' markets.

πŸ“œ A nature experience center and animal park in the picturesque Elbe valley.
🐾 Home to 200 animals across 67 breeds, focusing on endangered domestic species.

Why Go

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Perfect for families with playgrounds, petting zoo, and interactive games.
πŸ‘ See rare breeds like Skudden sheep and Hungarian Racka sheep.
🌳 Explore nature with pond tours, meadow excursions, and tree identification.
πŸ›οΈ Enjoy popular farmers' markets with local products and special tours.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Located directly on the Elbe cycle path, great for cyclists and hikers.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Animal feeding is restricted; only specific pellets can be purchased.
πŸ• Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a leash.
🚌 Public transport access might require a walk from the bus stop.

⏰ Hours

❄️ Winter (November to March): 10:00 AM until dusk.
β˜€οΈ Summer (April to October): 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
πŸ—“οΈ Special opening hours may apply for events.

🎟️ Cost

Adults: 7.50 Euro
Children: 3.50 Euro
Reduced (Students, disabled): 7.00 Euro
Children (reduced): 3.00 Euro

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

πŸš— Available at the village entrance and on a meadow further up the village.
πŸ—ΊοΈ Ensure navigation is set for the left side of the Elbe to avoid misdirection.

πŸ” Food

🍽️ Snack pavilion "Zum Elbradler" offers refreshments.
πŸ”₯ Grill area available within the park.

πŸ—ΊοΈ Getting There

🚲 By Bicycle: Directly on the Elbe cycle path, between Meißen and Riesa.
πŸš— By Car: From Dresden, A4 exit Wilsdruff/Meißen, then B6 towards Lommatzsch/Riesa to Zehren, follow "Elbepark" sign.
🚌 By Public Transport: Bus line L446 from Meißen to Niederlommatzsch or "WEG ZUM GΓ–HRISCHGUT" stop.

🐾 Activities

πŸŽ‰ Children's birthday parties with nature tours, animal feeding, and grill area.
πŸ”¬ Guided pond, meadow, and soil excursions.
πŸ‘£ Footprint parcours and plaster footprint casting.
πŸ‘ Annual sheep shearing event.
πŸ§‘β€πŸŒΎ "Animal Keeper for a Day" program.
πŸ¦‰ Night tours to observe dormice (by reservation).

🚫 Animal Feeding Policy

❌ General feeding is prohibited due to animal sensitivity.
βœ… Digestible food pellets can be purchased at the cash desk.
🐐 Supervise children in goat enclosures; do not enter with food bags.

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