Can we see bears and meerkats?

There are currently no bears in the bear enclosure. The meerkats are back in their renovated enclosure. For an animal you particularly want to see, check current park notices before travelling.

Is it a good rainy-day choice?

Plan for an outdoor visit and bring waterproofs. The lemur viewing window and the Kinderscheune exhibition, when accessible, offer useful short stops, but they do not turn the whole outing into an indoor day.

Can we get close to the animals?

Some enclosures have designated visitor walk-throughs. Stay on their permitted routes, give animals space and follow the signs and staff instructions. A closed gate means choosing another stop for now.

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ZooBrandenburg, Germany

Tierpark Perleberg

Visit Tierpark Perleberg for an easy-going woodland day of animal watching, with enough space for children to stop, play and look again.

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About

Visit Tierpark Perleberg for an easy-going woodland day of animal watching, with enough space for children to stop, play and look again. The zoo occupies about 15 hectares in the Perleberger Forst, on the edge of town towards Bad Wilsnack. Start at the Eulenburg near the entrance, then let the animals set the pace rather than trying to reach every enclosure at once.

The mix is especially good for families who enjoy farm animals as much as unusual birds and mammals. Shaggy Poitou donkeys, alpacas and old livestock breeds share the visit with ring-tailed lemurs, European bison and guanacos. Conservation here includes maintaining threatened domestic breeds, so the sheep and goats deserve more than a passing glance. Compare their coats and horns, and use the enclosure signs to work out which are breeds and which are different species.

The northern bald ibises have a new aviary, occupied since September 2026. Elsewhere, coatis can move along an overhead connection between parts of their enclosure. Remember to look up as well as through the fences. Benches and woodland shade make it easy to pause between the livelier stops. Planning to visit? Download the Snappit app to identify the wildlife you spot in real-time.

Perleberg's zoo opened in October 1964. Its Heimattierpark roots are still visible in the combination of woodland, local wildlife and domestic animals, while the collection now also includes species from other continents. The former entrance has become an information stop, and the Kinderscheune gives the central family area an educational role. Recent changes include the renewed meerkat enclosure and the northern bald ibis aviary occupied in September 2026.

What to do here

Begin with a quiet look around the Eulenburg, then continue towards the wolf viewing points, Poitou donkeys and deer. The fallow-deer enclosure is normally walk-through from June to September; use the open visitor gates and follow the instructions there. Beyond it, the log cabin at the former entrance has an exhibition about agricultural machinery and nature conservation.

Make the walk-through Australian bird aviary a slow stop: choose one bird to follow with your eyes, then see whether you can find it again after it changes perch. Continue towards the shared emu-and-kangaroo enclosure and the meerkats, which have returned to their renovated home. At the centre of the park, the Slawenburg play structure, climbing equipment and slides give children a proper break. The Kinderscheune also serves as a zoo school and displays changing pictures.

Afterwards, spend time at the lemurs and coatis, then continue to the bison, alpacas and guanacos if everyone still has energy. Use the entrance plan to choose your way between these stops. The bear enclosure currently has no bears, and wolf-enclosure renovation was announced for 2026. Check the park's current notices before travelling if either is the main reason for your visit.

Seasonal info

March–October opening is 09: 00–18:00, with last admission at 17:00; November–February is 09:00–16:30, last admission 15:30. The park closes on 24 and 31 December. In winter, look for the lemurs through their house's large viewing window. Check current hours and notices before setting off.

Accessibility

For a wheelchair, walking aid or pushchair, ask the park about suitable paths, walk-through gates and toilet access before your visit; the outing covers a sizeable woodland site. Benches are available for rests. Bring your own pushchair if needed, as pull-along wagons are not available to hire. The park can be reached on 03876 789892.

Plan your visit

Suggested duration: Allow roughly 2–3 hours for a relaxed animal walk, or 3–4 hours with substantial playground time and a meal break. With less time, choose the Eulenburg, a few favourite enclosures and the central play area.
Best time to visit: Late spring through early autumn gives you the longest opening days. June to September also brings the usual fallow-deer walk-through season. In warm weather, take advantage of the shaded woodland sections and leave time for a relaxed bench break.
Location: Brandenburg, Germany
Species in this guide: 8

Best for

Families Who Like To Alternate Animals And Playground TimeA Relaxed Woodland Outing With Visiting GrandparentsBird Enthusiasts Interested In Aviaries And Northern Bald IbisesChildren Discovering The Differences Between Livestock Breeds

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Don't miss

The Eulenburg near the entrance, a quiet first stop among the trees

Northern bald ibises in their new aviary

Walk-through bird watching and the summer fallow-deer enclosure

Ring-tailed lemurs, overhead coati climbing and the central Slawenburg playground

Wildlife and habitats

Look at the long tail while a lemur changes position: it helps the animal steer when jumping. The broad house window also gives you a place to look in winter.

Make the new aviary a deliberate bird stop. Choose one ibis to follow for a little while, then compare what it is doing with the rest of the group.

Give the renovated enclosure a few quiet minutes. Ask everyone to choose one meerkat and describe what it is doing before you move on; this works even when the group is resting.

Allow room in your final stretch for the bison. From the public viewing side, compare an animal standing head-on with one seen in profile rather than trying to call it closer.

Compare the guanacos with the alpacas seen nearby. Look for differences in coat, body shape and posture; the signs help children separate similar-looking animals.

Watch two macaques at once and see whether they react to each other. Staying still makes this a better observation exercise than immediately moving on after the first photograph.

Pause at the deer enclosures and compare the two groups. Use the labels to keep red deer and fallow deer distinct, and watch from the visitor boundary without trying to attract them.

At the shared enclosure, look for both the emus and the kangaroos. Watch from the public viewing area and let animals choose how close to come; you can observe without approaching them.

Getting there and practical advice

If you need catering, contact the kiosk on 03877 5627140 and let the park know your plans. Autumn and winter service may depend on the weather.

Sources and useful links

Wildlife you might spot

Each card links to a full Explore page with photos, traits, and fun facts.

Meerkat

European Bison

Red Deer

Emu

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Good to know before you go

Find the right entrance

For driving directions, enter Perleberg, Industriestraße. The visitor car park is there, beside the entrance; the postal address is Wilsnacker Chaussee 1.

Arrive by bus

Route 945 serves Perleberg, Tierpark from Wittenberge and Perleberg ZOB on selected journeys. Weekend gaps are longer. Plan the return separately: buses leaving the zoo continue towards Krankenhaus, rather than heading straight back to ZOB.

Bring a food backup

Pack drinks and something to eat. Kiosk and Hubertus restaurant service can be irregular in autumn and winter; arrange catering in advance if your visit depends on it.

Choose tickets for your group

A family ticket covers two adults and up to three children. Children aged three and under enter free. Check the current tariff and any special-event conditions before visiting.

Keep dogs on a lead

Dogs are admitted for an additional charge. Ask at the entrance which walk-through areas you can use with them.

Leave time to watch

At the wolves, try another official viewing point if the first is empty. At the lemur window, move to reduce reflections and keep your camera flash off.

Book a group visit ahead

Guided zoo visits are offered at an additional charge. Arrange a tour or a Kinderscheune birthday celebration directly with the park before making plans.

Frequently asked questions

: There are currently no bears in the bear enclosure. The meerkats are back in their renovated enclosure. For an animal you particularly want to see, check current park notices before travelling.
: Plan for an outdoor visit and bring waterproofs. The lemur viewing window and the Kinderscheune exhibition, when accessible, offer useful short stops, but they do not turn the whole outing into an indoor day.
: Some enclosures have designated visitor walk-throughs. Stay on their permitted routes, give animals space and follow the signs and staff instructions. A closed gate means choosing another stop for now.