Bionicum, Interactive science museum in Nuremberg, Germany

The Bionicum is an interactive science museum in Nuremberg that features eight thematic areas with hands-on stations and digital content. Visitors discover connections between biological systems and technological developments through direct experiments.

The museum was created in 2014 as a collaborative project between the local zoo, the city, and the state of Bavaria. This partnership has connected research, education, and regional identity at one location since opening.

The museum demonstrates how natural forms and processes inspire technical solutions and engineering approaches. Visitors can see firsthand how nature and innovation connect to each other.

The Bionicum occupies the upper floor of the listed Naturkundehaus at the Tiergarten Nuremberg entrance. A bionic trail continues at various enclosures in the zoo, some with experiments to try. The museum was closed for renovation from October 2024 to February 2025.

In the children's section, young visitors can conduct their own experiments at special stations and learn playfully about animals and natural phenomena. This hands-on approach makes scientific concepts directly tangible and engaging for children.