Lange Erlen, Animal park in Basel-Stadt, Switzerland.
Description
Lange Erlen is an animal park in Basel featuring walking trails, enclosures, and a stream that supports natural habitats. The facility is organized so visitors can observe animals in their surrounding environments.
History
The area was founded in 1871 and has been managed by the Erlen-Verein Basel organization since its start. This long-standing management has made it an established place for animal observation.
Culture
The place offers learning opportunities for visitors interested in European wildlife. The layout of enclosures and information boards allows walkers to discover different animal species at their own pace.
Practical
The grounds are freely accessible and open daily with convenient public transport connections from central Basel. Plan to spend enough time walking the paths at a relaxed pace to observe the animals.
Did you know?
The site houses the Erlensaal facility, which can be used for private celebrations and children's parties. This makes it also a gathering place for Basel families marking special occasions.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Basel-Stadt).
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
786 m
Roche Tower 2
1.7 km
Basler Messeturm
1.2 km
St. Matthew church
1.4 km
Landscape Formation One
1.6 km
Schlaich Tower
1.7 kmGrenzbrücke Weil am Rhein–Basel
1.4 km
Tierpark Lange Erlen
44 m
St. Joseph's Church
1.4 km
Bäumlihof
1.2 km
St. Michael
929 m
St. Christophorus (Basel)
1.5 km
Kleinhüningen reformed church
1.6 km
Rosentalkapelle, Basel
1.2 km
Vicarage Kleinhüningen
1.5 km
Main building of the Mustermesse Base
1.2 km
Sandgrube
1.1 km
Tramway depot at the Wiesenplatz
1.3 km
Restaurant Efringerhof
1.2 km
Insel schoolhouse (1906-08, T. Hünerwadel)
1.6 km
Neue Gewerbeschule (1956)
1.2 km
Baroque farmhouse
1.2 km
One-family house Calini
1.6 km
Bläsi schoolhouse (1883)
1.4 km
Hirzbrunnen mansion
1 km
Schoolhouse Dreirosen
1.5 km
One-family house Erlacher, Widmer
1.7 km
Rundhofgebäude der Schweizerischen Mustermesse
1.2 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes