Ökologisch-Botanischer Garten der Universität Bayreuth

The Ökologisch-Botanischer Garten der Universität Bayreuth is a large grounds displaying over 10,000 plant species across different areas, including specialized greenhouses for various climates. The facility is divided into four main sections where plants are organized according to their ecological needs and geographic origins.

The garden was founded in 1978 when the University of Bayreuth aimed to establish a center for ecological teaching and research. Since then, it has remained a key part of the university's work in environmental studies and practical ecology.

The garden serves as a living research center where students and visitors can directly experience plant diversity from various climate zones. The collections allow people to understand ecological relationships through observation rather than just learning them in theory.

The outdoor areas are accessible on weekdays from morning through afternoon, while the greenhouses operate with shorter hours. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since the grounds are extensive and require considerable walking.

The grounds contain a large area with scientific measurement equipment and experimental plots that help the university gather real environmental data. These research areas are visible to visitors and demonstrate how scientists study nature in practice.

Location: Bayreuth

GPS coordinates: 49.92350,11.58540

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:44