Limburg Zoo

Limburg Zoo was a animal facility in Zwartberg containing enclosures for many different animal species. The grounds spread across multiple hectares and provided various habitat types for its residents.

The zoo was founded in 1970 as a private venture and grew rapidly in the following years. The 1990s brought criticism about animal conditions that eventually led to closure.

The zoo served as a gathering place where local families could observe animals from around the world in one location. It shaped leisure habits in the region and became a familiar destination for generations seeking to learn about wildlife.

The zoo was laid out with walking paths between the different enclosures and areas. Visitors could take their time to explore the grounds at their own pace.

The facility was privately owned and funded entirely through entrance fees without government support. This was an unusual model for a zoo of this size in Belgium.

Inception: 1970

GPS coordinates: 51.01300,5.49408

Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:01