Tierpark Görlitz

Tierpark Görlitz is a zoo and park housing around 500 animals from roughly 100 species spread across 5 hectares with naturally designed enclosures and walking routes. The layout lets visitors observe animals in spaces designed to resemble their natural habitats.

The park was founded in 1957 and developed from a small municipal animal facility into an important center for nature conservation and breeding of endangered species and traditional livestock breeds. This growth reflects its increasing commitment to animal welfare and preservation work over many decades.

The grounds feature a reconstructed Tibetan village with traditional structures that show visitors how mountain cultures of Asia live and interact with their environment. Walking through this area reveals how closely these communities connect with local wildlife and nature.

The grounds are open year-round but with longer hours in warmer months and shorter hours in winter, so checking ahead helps plan your visit. Wear comfortable walking shoes since paths cross the entire outdoor grounds and expect weather changes throughout the day.

A UNESCO-recognized learning area demonstrates the full milk production cycle through interactive exhibits and demonstrations that visitors can watch firsthand. Children especially gain practical understanding of how dairy farming works from animal to finished product.

Location: Görlitz

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Naturschutz-Tierpark Görlitz e. V.

Address: Zittauer Str. 43, 02826 Görlitz, Germany

Opening Hours: March-October Holidays,Monday-Sunday 09:00-18:00, October-November Holidays,Monday-Sunday 09:00-17:00, December-January Holidays,Monday-Sunday 09:00-16:00, February Holidays,Monday-Sunday 09:00-17:00

Website: https://tierpark-goerlitz.de

GPS coordinates: 51.14206,14.97858

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:44