Wildpark Bad Mergentheim
Wildpark Bad Mergentheim is one of Germany's most beautiful and Europe's most species-rich animal parks, offering a natural and family-friendly experience with over 50 animal species across 48 hectares.

🌳 Welcome to Wildpark Bad Mergentheim, one of Germany's most beautiful and Europe's most species-rich animal parks.
🦁 Explore over 50 animal species across 48 hectares in natural, open-view enclosures.

Why Go

🐾 Experience naturalness and species-appropriate animal husbandry
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a family-friendly destination in Baden-Württemberg
🌿 Discover over 50 animal species in 48 hectares of natural habitats
🚫 See enclosures with minimal barriers, avoiding fences or cages

⏰ Hours

🗓️ Summer opening hours (from March 15, 2025): Daily, including public holidays
🕰️ Open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
➡️ Last entry to the park: 4:30 PM
🚶‍♀️ Last entry to the animals/circular path: 4:55 PM

📸 Photography Rules & Fees

✅ Private photography, use, and distribution generally permitted
❌ Commercial photography, use, or sale generally not permitted (contact park for exceptions)
tripod fee of 12.00 EUR applies for tripods
📞 Prior telephone registration required for tripod use (max 5 people/day)

🤝 Managed By

🏢 Operated by Fauna Wildpark GmbH
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-run park, foundation laid by Rolf Rügamer in 1988
💼 Managing Director: Marcus Rügamer

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wildlife parkanimal parkzoofamily-friendlyoutdoornatureanimalsconservationbaden-württemberggermany