Dogs in the Wildnispark Zurich

Dogs are welcome in the Wildnispark Zurich as long as they are kept on a lead. Please be considerate of children and other visitors and note that dogs are not permitted in certain places.

All dogs must be kept on a leash in the entire area of the Wildnispark Zürich. Exception: between Sihluferweg and Sihl. Here, dogs are allowed to run free from 1 August to 31 March. Dogs are not allowed in the following places in the Langenberg Wildlife Park:

  • Langenberg West
  • Mouse House
  • Wildcat House

 

Rules

Respect and consideration

Play your part in preserving the unique forest experience and encounters with the wild animals.

Rules at Langenberg

  • Do not feed or pet the animals
  • Do not ride bicycles or horses
  • Barbecue only at the official barbecue spots
  • Do not leave any rubbish behind
  • Keep dogs on a lead

Dogs are not permitted in Langenberg West, the Mouse House or the Wildcat House.

Conservation rules at Sihlwald

  • Dogs must be kept on a leash. Leaches are not compulsory between the Sihl riverside path and the Sihl from 1 August to 31 March. But dogs must be kept on a leash during the breeding season of wild animals (April to July).
  • Fires permitted at marked campfire locations only
  • Do not litter
  • No overnight stays of any kind
  • No model aircraft or drones
  • Comply with the prohibition of biking
  • Comply with the prohibition of horse riding
  • Comply with the prohibition of access

Additional rules in core zone and nature conservation zone:

  • Do not leave the paths
  • No removal of any natural resources
  • No fires