Wildpark Lüneburger Heide

What animals can I see at Wildpark Lüneburger Heide? At Wildpark Lüneburger Heide, around 1,200 animals from all over the world live here – from native species to exotic residents. Some of the most popular animals include wolves, moose, lynxes, bears, and Amur tigers. You can also see snow leopards, otters, badgers, wildcats, and wolverines up close. In the spacious enclosures, visitors will also encounter fallow deer, Dybowski's deer, ibex, chamois, and Scottish Highland cattle.

Families will especially enjoy the alpacas, Girgentana goats, Valais goats, Heidschnucke sheep, Husum pigs, and tiger-spotted ponies.

Fascinating birds such as the Andean condor and other birds of prey demonstrate their skills in the daily flight shows (seasonal), while exotic reptiles like bearded dragons, green iguanas, and stick insects await discovery in the terrarium. Wildpark offers a diverse animal experience – from native Heidschnucke sheep to the majestic tiger – bringing nature to life in an impressive way.

Exploring the animal park with a wagon You can rent a wagon for the kids at the entrance. Then you set off through the hilly terrain along a beautiful circular trail. The sometimes very spacious enclosures are beautifully integrated into the landscape. In this wildlife park, you can discover very special animals like snow leopards, brown bears, coatis, wolves, moose, lynxes, reindeer, wapitis, Arctic foxes, wildcats, raccoons, Poitou donkeys, and prairie dogs.

Restaurants and kiosks to satisfy your hunger There is the Wildpark Restaurant (directly at the main entrance, also with vegan options) and the Elchlodge Restaurant (midway through the park). Additionally, there are numerous small kiosks along the paths.

Daily events at the Wildpark (spring – autumn)

HUNTERS OF THE SKY (flight show)

Our experienced falconers showcase the speed and agility of eagles, falcons, and vultures in free flight. They share secrets about the world of birds of prey and demonstrate the bond between human and animal in a training session. An impressive performance awaits you here. The birds of prey fly so close overhead that you sometimes have to duck. Michael Kirchner and his team will captivate you with their stories about the birds. Informative and visually stunning!

March through end of October

Mon. – Fri. at 11:30 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.

Sat, Sun & holidays at 12:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.

FASCINATION WOLF

During this informative talk right at the wolf enclosure, visitors can be led into the fascinating world of wolves by Tanja Askani, the wolves’ caretaker. Two of the three wolf packs play a role in this presentation: the gray wolves, the European native species, and the arctic wolves. Tanja Askani shares stories about her life with the wolves, raising the animals, living with them, and her adventures with them.

March through end of October

Mon. – Fri. at 1:30 p.m.

Sat, Sun & holidays at 2:30 p.m.

For kids: playground and petting zoo The adventure and water playground along with the petting area make every child’s heart beat faster and round off the visit for the little ones as an unforgettable experience. Especially the petting area and water playground are very popular with families.

Whether young or old, under the motto “Adventure Nature,” a memorable day can be spent at Wildpark Lüneburger Heide.

Overnight stay at Wildpark Lüneburger Heide

You can also stay overnight at Wildpark Lüneburger Heide. The shepherd's village, which belongs to the adjoining park, offers authentic shepherd wagons or comfortable holiday apartments. Here you can find all the information about staying overnight in the Wildpark.

Last update: November 12, 2025 Author: This article is editorially maintained by the teams of Wildpark Lüneburger Heide and Lüneburger Heide GmbH.