The Old Zoo in Poznan, Historical zoo in Jeżyce district, Poznań, Poland
The Old Zoo extends across 5.24 hectares of land and features historic buildings including a lion house, grotto, and traditional animal enclosures.
Founded in 1871 as Poznań's first zoological garden, it began with local residents donating animals such as goats, sheep, and miniature pigs.
The Old Zoo transformed into a public park in 2009, maintaining its historical architecture while serving as an educational space for local communities.
Entry to the Old Zoo is free, and visitors can observe domestic animals including Breton sheep and Shetland ponies throughout the year.
The former lion house now contains the Museum of Zoo and Lion History, documenting the institution's 150-year evolution in Poznań.
Location: Poznań
Opening Hours: November-December,January-February 09:00-16:00; March,October 09:00-17:00; April-September 09:00-19:00
GPS coordinates: 52.40819,16.90496
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:38
Poznań features historical monuments from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, varied museums, and natural spaces. The city includes Gothic and Baroque religious buildings, ancient squares lined with colorful houses, military fortifications, and palaces. Visitors can explore museums of art, history, and sciences, as well as parks, a lake, and the banks of the Warta River. The heritage also includes administrative buildings, a university, and characteristic residential areas.
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