Saarbrücken Zoo

Zoo

Adresse

Graf-Stauffenberg-Straße, 66121 Saarbrücken, Germany

Pays

germany

Site web

https://shop.zoosb.de

Horaires d'ouverture

Daily 8:30-18:00, 365 days per year. Ticket office closes at 17:00, must leave grounds by 18:00

Popularité

High (200,000+ visitors annually - Saarland's largest zoo)

Saarland's Premier African Wildlife Sanctuary

Historic Foundation and Reconstruction Founded in 1932 but completely destroyed during World War II, Saarbrücken Zoo was rebuilt in 1956 on 15 hectares at the foot of Eschberg Hill. As Saarland's largest zoo, it has evolved into a premier destination specializing in African wildlife conservation and education.

African Species Specialization Home to over 1,700 animals from 160 species, the zoo focuses particularly on African fauna, featuring impressive collections from diverse African ecosystems including savanna, rainforest, and coastal regions. The centerpiece Africa House provides immersive experiences of African landscapes and wildlife.

Conservation Leadership As a member of the Association of Zoological Gardens (VdZ) and European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA), the zoo actively participates in international conservation programs, with particular focus on endangered gorillas, Madagascar lemurs, and African drill monkeys.

Unique Features The zoo's natural hillside setting creates diverse microhabitats while the innovative webcam system allows virtual visits to observe Humboldt penguins and Javanese monkeys in real-time, connecting global audiences to wildlife conservation.

Attractions à Saarbrücken Zoo

Africa House

Continental Wildlife Journey

Immersive African Experience The impressive Africa House serves as the zoo's centerpiece, transporting visitors through diverse African ecosystems from savanna grasslands to dense rainforests, showcasing the continent's incredible biodiversity.

Ecosystem Diversity:

Savanna recreation - Open grassland environments with authentic vegetation
Rainforest habitats - Dense forest areas with appropriate climate control
Multiple species integration - Demonstrating natural African ecosystem relationships
Educational displays - Comprehensive information about African conservation
Interactive experiences - Close encounters with diverse African species

Conservation Impact: Supports field conservation projects across Africa while educating visitors about habitat protection, human-wildlife conflict, and conservation successes.

Madagascar Lemur Collection

Europe's Premier Lemur Conservation Center

Madagascar Biodiversity Showcase Recognized as one of Europe's finest lemur collections, this facility demonstrates the incredible diversity of Madagascar's endemic primates while supporting critical conservation efforts on the island.

Conservation Excellence:

Multiple lemur species - Comprehensive representation of Madagascar's diversity
Breeding programs - Contributing to international lemur conservation
Educational programming - Madagascar conservation awareness
Research partnerships - Supporting field conservation studies
Habitat recreation - Authentic Madagascar forest environments

Global Impact: Partners with Association Européenne pour l'étude et la conservation des Lémuriens, directly supporting lemur conservation in Madagascar's rapidly disappearing forests.

Humboldt Penguin Colony

Live Webcam Penguin Experience

Modern Penguin Facility Since 2014, this state-of-the-art facility houses 9 breeding pairs of Humboldt penguins in a specially designed enclosure that recreates South American coastal conditions.

Innovative Features:

Live webcam system - 24/7 online penguin observation via Energie SaarLorLux
Swimming and diving areas - Showcasing penguins' aquatic abilities
Breeding facilities - Supporting Humboldt penguin conservation
Daily feeding demonstrations - Educational sessions at 9:00 and 14:30
Climate-controlled environment - Year-round optimal conditions

Conservation Connection: Partners with association Sphenisco for Humboldt penguin protection, supporting conservation efforts along the South American coast where these endangered birds face threats from climate change and human activities.

Western Lowland Gorilla Habitat

Critical Species Conservation Center

Endangered Great Ape Sanctuary Dedicated to the conservation of critically endangered Western Lowland gorillas, this facility provides spacious, naturalistic habitats while supporting field conservation efforts in African rainforests.

Conservation Excellence:

Spacious natural habitats - Large territories supporting natural behaviors
Family group management - Social structures mimicking wild populations
Research facilities - Behavioral and conservation studies
Educational programming - Great ape conservation awareness
International partnerships - Supporting African gorilla protection

Global Impact: Directly supports gorilla conservation in Central African rainforests, addressing threats from habitat loss, poaching, and human encroachment.