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Events at the zoo and wildlife centre in May

Sunday, 10 May, 11 am and 2 pm
Mother's Day at the zoo - Guided experience for the whole family
Location: Chemnitz Zoo, Nevoigtstraße 18
Admission: 10 euros per person, registration required by 8 May, 12 noon, by email to tierpark(at)stadt-chemnitz.de

Spend Mother's Day in a special atmosphere at the zoo and discover the fascinating world of animals together. During our 90-minute tour of the zoo, you will gain exciting insights into the lives of our animal inhabitants - with a special focus on the role of mothers in the animal kingdom. Learn how animal mothers protect, care for and raise their offspring and discover fascinating parallels and differences to the human family.
Surprise your mum with this special experience and enjoy a varied and informative tour of the zoo together - an unforgettable outing for young and old!


Monday to Sunday, 11 to 17 May
Special exhibition: The role of the father in the animal kingdom
Location: Chemnitz Zoo, Nevoigtstraße 18
Admission: Adults 9.50 euros, concessions 5 euros

To mark Father's Day, the zoo is hosting a small special exhibition on the fascinating role of the father in the animal kingdom. Visitors can discover exciting and surprising facts on various information boards.
Learn more about unusual behaviours, caring animal dads and the diverse strategies of nature. An informative tour for the whole family that opens up a new perspective on the animal world!


Friday, 22 May, 6.30 pm
Evening tour of the Oberrabenstein game reserve
Venue: Oberrabenstein Wildlife Park, Thomas-Müntzer-Höhe 13, Wing 3
Admission: 10 euros per person Registration required by 21 May, 12 noon, by email to tierpark(at)stadt-chemnitz.de, tickets can be purchased at the box office after confirmed registration. Cancellations and participation with dogs are not possible.

Participants will not only learn exciting stories and interesting background information - they will also have the opportunity to consciously experience the special atmosphere of the place. During the tour, guests can enjoy the tranquillity of the surroundings, the proximity to nature and the often very special atmosphere of this time of day. The stories, impressions and small discoveries along the way make the tour a varied experience that invites you to listen as well as to pause and marvel. The tour lasts approx. 90 minutes.

The tour is suitable for children aged 12 and over, but the offer is of course also aimed at adults.