Wild- und Erlebnispark Ferleiten, Wildlife park and adventure grounds in Fusch an der Großglocknerstraße, Austria.
Wild- und Erlebnispark Ferleiten is a wildlife and adventure park at the foot of the Grossglockner High Alpine Road in Fusch an der Großglocknerstraße. Its 15-hectare wildlife area holds over 200 animals from around 40 species, including red deer, fallow deer, ibex and mouflon. The wider park covers 20 hectares with more than 40 play areas.
The wildlife park began in autumn 1979, when work started on paths and the first enclosures for red deer, fallow deer, ibex and mouflon, plus a pond stocked with native ducks and fish. The site was converted from a 15-hectare farm that was not very profitable. New enclosures and aviaries have been added every year since.
The name Ferleiten probably comes from "Läuten": bells and noise were once made in fog to guide Tauern hikers. The Gasthof Lukashansl, built in 1874 by Johann Mayr, hosted guests such as the King of Bulgaria and Hugo von Hofmannsthal; since 1980 the Wildpark-Alm has stood in its place.
The park opens from May through November with well-marked paths connecting viewing areas and animal enclosures. Wheelchair-accessible sections allow visitors with mobility needs to experience much of the grounds.
Beyond the animal area sits a large adventure play ground with approximately 40 different play structures, which visitors often do not expect. This blend of wildlife viewing and play facilities makes the grounds particularly engaging for families.
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