Marcel Dhénin Educational Farm, Educational farm and petting zoo in Lille, France
Description
The Marcel Dhénin Educational Farm is a petting zoo in Lille where visitors can observe and touch various farm animals including sheep, goats, ducks, chickens, rabbits, cows, and geese. The grounds feature separate enclosures for each animal type and include an educational garden area with fruit and vegetable patches.
History
The farm was established in 1981 near the Euralille district to give city residents direct access to rural life. Since then it has grown into a fixed destination that has introduced several generations of visitors to farming traditions.
Culture
The farm is named after a local educator and displays breeds that belong to this region's agricultural heritage. You can see how traditional farming worked and meet animals that were once common throughout the area.
Practical
Access is normally available Tuesday through Friday with reduced hours on weekends. It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for changing weather conditions since you will be on open ground.
Did you know?
The grounds include a special educational garden area where visitors learn ecological gardening techniques and discover local plant varieties. This garden demonstrates how seasonal changes affect the fruit and vegetable harvest.
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