Spring at Karlsruhe Zoo

A visit to the Karlsruhe Zoological Garden is a real highlight for children of all ages. In spring there are many young animals, but visitors can also look forward to a close-up view of the animal world during the year. In the petting zoo, the animals are not only trusting - touching is expressly permitted here. It's not just children's hearts that beat faster, even the grown-ups can't say "no" to a petting session. And if the goats, sheep and co. are no longer in the mood, they can retreat to their stables.

In addition to the petting zoo, there is also plenty of other fun and games: there are many playgrounds along the zoo circuit throughout the zoological gardens.

In spring, Karlsruhe Zoo is a real nursery

Giraffes, hippos and snow leopards are not the only ones who have delighted visitors with their offspring in recent years. Visitors to the Zoologischer Stadtgarten can also spot young animals among the alpacas, coatis, Benett kangaroos and many more. If you want to increase your chances of catching a glimpse of the animal offspring, you can find out about the feeding times for the various species before your visit. 

Take the Gondoletta to explore the Zoological City Garden in comfort

Another highlight in the Stadtgarten is the ride on the Gondoletta on the Swan Lake. You can choose to do half a lap or ride all the way around the zoo. The boats are mechanically pulled along the route so that the ride invites you to relax and unwind. During the trip, many of the animals can also be seen from a new perspective: for example, the pelicans on the lakeshore or the elephants in their outdoor enclosure. With a bit of luck, there may even be a concert or two on the lake stage at the right moment.

Culinary delights: gastronomy in the Exotenhaus

For a snack at lunchtime, a leisurely coffee in the afternoon or an ice cream to go, the EXO" zoo restaurant invites you. Here you can enjoy your lunch or coffee in the sunshine on the spacious terrace. The special thing about EXO is that you can look directly into the interior of the Exotic House through a pane of glass. Past the hippos, you will also find Wim's Waffles Kiosk, which offers a wide variety of sweet pastries: classic with powdered sugar or topped with fresh fruit, chocolate and cream. Other culinary hotspots in the Zoologischer Stadtgarten include the Karl Kutta restaurant and La Crepería.

A special experience: the exotic house

On 29.07.2015, the Exotic House opened its doors to visitors for the first time. Here you can discover exotic animals in their habitat, such as sloths, squirrel monkeys and armadillos. Various aquariums, a bat cave and exotic bird species can also be found in the open interior area hidden among exotic plant worlds .

The city garden is an oasis of calm

Whether it's the rose garden, the scent and touch garden or the Japanese garden - the Zoological City Garden has a lot to offer. Depending on the time of year, you can experience a wide variety of plants in bloom. In April, for example, the Japanese garden shines in all its glory in a wide range of pink and rose tones. The German-Japanese Society Karlsruhe also organizes a Japanese tea ceremony at regular intervals. Japanese tea ceremony. If you would like to find out more about the biology and everyday life of the zoo's inhabitants, you can take part in free monthly themed tours by the zoo education department through the Stadtgarten.

Our insider tip: While half of Karlsruhe is busy in the palace gardens from spring to late summer, the Zoological City Garden is a real insider tip on a warm summer's day! Relax in the shade of the trees and listen to some exotic bird calls.