Wildlife Park Eekholt
Naturerlebnisstätte Wildpark Eekholt
Fee required
Restaurant
Wheelchair accessible
Wildlife Park Eekholt is a privately run nature experience center in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, dedicated to showcasing over 700 native animals across 100 species in their natural habitats and providing environmental education for all ages.

🌳 A privately run nature experience center in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany.
🐾 Home to over 700 native animals across 100 species in 67 hectares of diverse landscapes.

Why Go

🦁 Observe over 700 native animals in natural habitats
🦅 Enjoy fascinating falconry flight demonstrations (daily, March-Oct)
🐺 Witness public feedings of otters, wolves, and more
🐐 Kids' 'touch' area with pygmy goats & large adventure playground
📚 Engage in environmental education programs for all ages
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A beautiful excursion destination for the whole family, year-round
♿ Accessible paths and facilities for visitors with disabilities

Why Avoid

🔥 Wildparkschule (Wildlife Park School) currently closed due to fire damage (though tours still run)
⚠️ Natural forest paths may have unevenness or roots

⏰ Hours

🗓️ Daily, year-round
☀️ Summer (March 1 - October 31): 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (stay until dusk)
❄️ Winter (November 1 - February 28/29): Check website for specific times

🅿️ Parking

🚗 Free car park directly at the park
🗺️ Use Stellbrooker Weg, 24598 Heidmühlen for navigation
🛒 Bollerwagen (handcarts) available for rent

🐕 Dogs

leash Welcome on a leash
groups Dog groups/schools require prior registration

♿ Accessibility

🅿️ Several barrier-free parking spaces
🚻 Two barrier-free WCs
휠체어 Two wheelchairs available for free loan
🚶‍♀️ Paths largely barrier-free, some unevenness on forest paths
🚐 Electric mobile with driver available for booking (max 5-7 guests/1 wheelchair)
🤸 Playground with inclusive equipment (accessible sandpit, wheelchair trampoline/carousel)
✅ Audited by "Reisen für alle"

🍽️ Food

🍔 "Kiek-ut-Stuben" restaurant on-site with regional food
🔥 Several BBQ sites available (book in advance)

💰 Cost

🎟️ Annual passes available online or at entrance
♿ Reduced admission for people with severe disability passes
🚲 €1 discount for Pedelec renters from Stadtwerke Bad Bramstedt

Managed By

🏢 Wildpark Eekholt Dr. h.c. Hatlapa GmbH & Co. KG
🤝 Supported by Förderungsverein WILDPARK EEKHOLT e.V.

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