Since May 4, the zoos in the country have reopened under strict conditions. No matter whether in Duisburg, Düsseldorf, Cologne or in the “Zoom” in Gelsenkirchen: We explain what you have to consider when visiting.
Last update: May 5, 2020, 12 noon.
Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Düsseldorf
There is no positive news (yet!) From Düsseldorf: the visit to the Aquazoo is still only virtual possible. There are also various live streams of animal feedings, which you can use, for example Facebook may attend.
Address: Aquazoo Düsseldorf, Kaiserswerther Strasse 380, 40474 Dusseldorf.
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Krefeld Zoo
Popular with families with small children: The Krefeld Zoo is not too big and offers around 1000 animals from around 170 different species on an area of 14 hectares. Since Monday, May 4th, you can stop by daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
You should follow the following rules:
- A maximum of 1,300 visitors are allowed on the site, after which the gates are closed. Please keep the minimum distance. Wearing masks is desirable, but not mandatory. In the animal houses, a mask requirement applies to adults and children from the age of six.
- The playgrounds on the site may only reopen on Thursday, May 7th.
- For the time being, there will be no guided tours or commented feeding of the animals.
- The Butterfly Jungle, the Guereza House, the South America House and the Research Center are all closed. The rainforest house is not open due to construction work.
- Gastronomy: The zoo gastronomy only offers a takeaway.
Address: Zoo Krefeld, Uerdinger Strasse 377, 47800 Krefeld.
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Duisburg Zoo
Good news for all zoo fans in Duisburg: From Wednesday, May 6th, the gates to the zoo will open again! Because of the limited offer, the special situation currently applies reduced admission prices: Adults pay 14 euros, children 7 euros.
There are (of course!) A lot of things that you have to consider due to the corona crisis to protect visitors, employees and animals:
- The dolphinarium, animal houses, petting zoo and playgrounds will remain closed for the time being.
- A maximum of 1,800 visitors may stay on the zoo grounds. You should pay attention to the distance rules. Wearing mouth-nose protection on the zoo grounds is recommended; it is mandatory in closed rooms.
- A visit is only allowed for two or with the people who live in a domestic community.
- The catering trade sells dishes and snacks “to go”.
- There is no rental of handcarts and wheelchairs.
- The zoo can only be visited and exited via the main entrance to Mülheimer Straße, the side entrance with the tiger ticket office is closed.
- Visitors are admitted to two cash registers at the main entrance. Only day tickets are available here. Annual ticket holders, members of the support association and leisure ticket holders (e.g. RuhrtopCard, RheinlandCard) also have to queue due to the admission restrictions.
Address: Zoo Duisburg, Mülheimer Straße 273, 47058 Duisburg.
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Zoom Adventure world in Gelsenkirchen
Although the zoos are allowed to open again, there is still a “Closed because of Corona” sign in front of the entrance for the Zoom Erlebniswelt in Gelsenkirchen. Due to the sheer size of the zoo, the organization in the background must be extremely complex – no wonder that the organizers need a little longer.
On Facebook Since May 4th, the following has been added:
“Dear visitors and zoo fans! We expect to be able to open again this week. Final coordination with the city of Gelsenkirchen is ongoing. An exact day and the conditions under which we can open again have not yet been determined. As soon as we know exactly, we will inform you – also via our website. Until then, we ask for your understanding and patience.”
There are three large themed worlds to discover in the Zoom Erlebniswelt: In Alaska A coastal rain forest, the tundra, mountain region and polar region await you. Special features include the underwater glass tunnel in the seal pool, the 3,000 square meter bear facility or the “Alaska Ice Adventure”, a simulated ride in an igloo on an ice floe.
Then it continues Africa (Savannah, rainforest and a boat trip) and Asia (Jungle feeling, orangutans and fruit bats). You need a good 6 to 7 hours to visit all subject areas – so plan some time.
Address: Zoom Adventure World, Bleckstrasse 64, 45889 Gelsenkirchen.
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Cologne Zoo
The Cologne Zoo is also open again. It is the third oldest zoo in Germany among the zoos that exist today. Around 10,000 animals can be observed in the Cologne Zoo.
The opening of the zoo is subject to maintaining the ban on contact, the distance rules and hygiene regulations. From May 5, 2020, the following apply temporarily (until further notice) Special prices for day tickets: adults pay 16.50 euros and children 7.50 euros.
Important: If you want to visit the zoo, in addition to a valid admission ticket (long-term or day ticket), you also need a “reservation ticket” for the day of the visit that you have purchased free of charge in advance. You can find it here: https://koelnerzoo.de/reservierung-de
You can find more information at: https://koelnerzoo.de/index.php/besuch#oeffnungfaq
Otherwise, the handling of the corona crisis is similar to that of the competition:
- The animal houses and the aquarium are closed. Unfortunately, commented feedings have to be omitted.
- The playgrounds will reopen from Thursday, May 7th according to the regulations in NRW.
- Group tours, children’s birthdays and other events are canceled.
- The zoo gastronomy offers snacks and refreshments “to go” at the various snack bars on the zoo grounds. The zoo restaurant must remain closed. The ZooShop at the main entrance is open for shops in compliance with the general protection regulations.
Address: Zoo Cologne, Riehler Straße 173, 50735 Cologne.
Dortmund Zoo
Zoo Dortmund opens its doors again on May 8th – it is one of the most popular excursion destinations in Dortmund and the region. About 1500 animals live can be observed. Opening times daily from 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m., last entry at 4 p.m. In contrast to many other zoos, the “outdoor” mask requirement applies in Dortmund Zoo!
The news at a glance:
- The maximum number of visitors who can stay in the zoo at the same time is limited to 3,000 people.
- On the zoo grounds, for safety reasons, in addition to complying with the necessary safety and hygiene rules, wearing a mouth and nose protector is mandatory.
- In the closed areas of the zoo it is not possible to keep to the minimum distances. Therefore, all animal houses, walk-in enclosures and the petting zoo are closed. There will also be no animal consultations.
- More info on Facebook and the Zoo Dortmund homepage.
Dortmund Zoo focuses on the keeping and breeding of South American animal species and is a leader in the breeding of the giant anteater, the tamandua and the South American giant otter. Many animals can move in very large enclosures. You are welcome to use binoculars to watch the animals.
Address: Zoo Dotrmund, Mergelteichstrasse 80, 44225 Dortmund.
Aquazoo Sealife Oberhausen
The Sealife in Oberhausen remains closed. It is the largest aqua zoo in the Ruhr area and has the largest shark rearing in Germany. Over 5000 marine life live in over two million liters of water.
Address: Sealife Oberhausen, To the Aquarium 1, 46047 Oberhausen.
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