The leaves are falling, the temperatures are falling – and NRW is getting ready for winter. This applies not only to people, but also to the animal residents of the region’s zoos. But what does this mean for zoo visitors?
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Most zoos in North Rhine-Westphalia announced on Facebook this week that winter opening times now apply. This means there are some changes that visitors should be prepared for.
NRW: Zoos have to change – these rules apply immediately
Dortmund Zoo announced that it will be switching to winter mode from November 1st. This means the zoo is open from 9am to 4.30pm, with the ticket office closing at 4pm.
The Krefeld Zoo also announced on its social media page that winter opening times will apply from November 1st. During this time the ticket office is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and the zoo closes at 5 p.m. From 4 p.m., visitors can benefit from discounted evening tickets. The zoo shop closes at 4:30 p.m.
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The Duisburg Zoo pointed out to its followers that the winter opening times apply from October 31st. During this time, the zoo is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and last entry is at 3:30 p.m. Dolphin shows take place at 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. during the winter months.
The Cologne Zoo and the ZOOM Erlebniswelt Gelsenkirchen have also published their winter opening times on their websites. Cologne Zoo is open daily from November 1st to February 28th, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The ZOOM Erlebniswelt Gelsenkirchen offers its experiences from November 1st to December 30th between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Dortmund Zoo, ZOOM Gelsenkirchen & Co. are getting ready for winter
The zoos in North Rhine-Westphalia are adapting to the colder months and changing their opening times accordingly. For animal lovers in NRW, this is a great opportunity to experience the zoos in a different season and visit the animals in the fresh winter air.
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However, remember to dress warmly and pay attention to the shorter opening times so that your visit to the zoo in North Rhine-Westphalia remains a real pleasure despite the autumn or winter conditions.
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