Spring awakening at the Alpine Zoo

The Alpine Zoo in Innsbruck is home to many Alpine animal species that are otherwise not so easy to see. Lynxes, wild cats, vultures, bears... there is so much to see! The Alpine Zoo is open all year round. A visit in spring is a special highlight, as this is when the first young animals are born and others awaken from hibernation. A great opportunity to explore the Alpine Zoo with children. Incidentally, most of the zoo is even suitable for baby carriages.

At the beginning you pass the bear enclosure, where you can watch the impressive bear eating. Just behind it, you will find a large adventure playground that leaves nothing to be desired. The path leads past eagles, ibexes, wolves, moose, bats, reptiles and many other animals. You will find a detailed description of each inhabitant on site. The Alpine Zoo is home to around 150 animal species and 2,000 animals. There is also a great farm in the zoo where you can not only explore the local animals but also feed and stroke them. Attention, please only visit marked animals, all others are best left alone.

At the top you will find a snail-shaped path which ends with a breathtaking view over Innsbruck. Relaxing swings invite you to linger here. There is also a slide with climbing elements for children.

Every year, various animals at the zoo give birth. Most young animals are born between April and June. We have already been able to discover the first young animals. These cute young wild boar babies were a joy to watch.

The path through the Alpine Zoo is mostly barrier-free, asphalted and easily passable with a baby carriage. The zoo is located on a slope, which is why it is steep in places. There are also various animal discovery stations along the path along the animal enclosures. For example, you can feel animal objects or measure yourself against the wingspan of an eagle. The entire tour takes about 2:00-3:00 hours. There are plenty of places to sit and have a snack throughout the area. However, much of it is outdoors, so take rain protection with you if the weather is uncertain!

The Alpine Zoo can be reached by public transport, by car or on foot. There is also a large paid parking lot in front of the Alpenzoo. If you are traveling by public transport, take either the Hungerburgbahn or the W bus line.

I hope you have as much fun as we did at the Alpine Zoo. Especially with children, a visit is always a highlight, there is so much to see and the children automatically get a lot of exercise walking around the zoo grounds. They can also let off steam in the playground. I recommend the Alpine Zoo as a great day out for the whole family.

Useful links for you:

Information about the Alpenzoo

Innsbruck public transportation

Hungerburgbahn

Innsbruck Alpine Zoo

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