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Update Corona protective measures

The currently valid COVID-19 Ordinance of June 23, 2021 provides for further relaxations. Based on the national measures, the following rules will apply to the Zurich Wilderness Park from Saturday, June 26, 2021:

Masks are not compulsory at Langenberg Zoo, except in certain indoor areas and if the distance of 1.5 meters cannot be maintained.

Good news: new additions to the Zurich Wilderness Park

A trip to Langenberg Zoo is particularly worthwhile at the moment. Young animals can now be observed in many animal species. Particularly pleasing: after 10 years, young lynx have once again been born in Zurich Wildlife Park - thanks to a new pair of lynx. Event tip: On June 27, the "Young Animals" wilderness day will take place at Langenberg Zoo.

On May 5, the surprise was perfect. The young female lynx, who has been living at Langenberg Zoo since last fall, gave birth to two cubs in the barn. The two cubs have now opened their eyes and are starting to explore the enclosure. With a bit of luck, young lynx can be seen in Zurich Wildlife Park for the first time in 10 years.

Update Corona protective measures

The currently valid COVID-19 Ordinance of May 26, 2021 provides for further relaxations. Based on the national measures, the following rules will apply to the Zurich Wilderness Park from Monday, May 31, 2021 until at least June 30, 2021:

Pay conveniently with your smartphone

New features at the parking meters

Langenberg Zoo is open again

Langenberg area

Current implementation of the corona protection measures

The zoo and the Langenberg restaurant will remain closed until the end of February. The Sihlwald is freely accessible.

Langenberg Zoo

A meeting in the forest? Gladly, but with respect please!

Many people are meeting outside again due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Zurich Wilderness Park and numerous other nature reserves are asking people to organize these stays or celebrations with respect for nature.

The rangers recommend the following rules of conduct for a respectful experience of nature:

The ibex are in rut

The ibexes are currently courting the favor of the ibexes.

To court the females, the kings of the Alps adopt a very special posture during the mating season: they tilt their heads back, fold their horns on their backs and raise their tails. The animals repeatedly stick out their tongues and make a clicking sound. This is how our ibexes currently gently court the favor of the females. The wild battles for the hierarchy were already fought when it was warmer. Now they have to manage their energy well. The ibex mating season lasts until around the end of January.