Zoo Magdeburg

Entrance of the zoological garden Magdeburg (LTV ST)

With its 70-year history, Magdeburg Zoo is one of the most popular leisure and travel destinations in the region for young and old. It is in a prime location, just north of the city centre, in the "Neue Neustadt" district and is easily accessible by public transport (tram line 10). 

The "Zoo" stop is in the immediate vicinity of the entrance, also known to Magdeburgers as the "Zoowelle". The zoo is one of the city's main attractions for families with children and therefore offers lots of fun and games for the whole family. A special highlight for children is to celebrate their own birthday at the zoo. 

On 20 hectares of historic natural and park landscape with old trees and botanical rarities, more than 200 animal species live in the zoo in enclosures designed close to nature. 

However, the zoo is not only responsible for the conservation of native animal species, but is also dedicated to the preservation of exotic species, such as the red panda. Red pandas have been part of the zoo's animal population since 2015.

Opening hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. or 9 a.m. until nightfall.
Adults: 17.50 euros, reduced: 13 euros, young people (13-17 years): 9 euros, children up to 12 years: free of charge 

Accessibility certified People with walking disabilities Wheelchair users

Barrier-free information

Short Report as PDF

All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - accessible for people with walking disabilities and partially accessible for wheelchair users".

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • There are seven parking spaces for people with disabilities.
  • Almost all animal houses, rooms and facilities that can be used by guests are accessible without steps or via ramps.
  • Exceptions: The petting enclosure and the two viewing platforms to the tiger and elephant enclosures are only accessible via steps.
  • Ramps on the grounds have a maximum gradient of up to 9%.
  • The outdoor paths are at least 200 cm wide and mostly easy to walk and drive on. 
  • All doors/passages that can be used by guests and are raised are at least 90 cm wide.
  • The stations, enclosures and animals as well as the associated information are mostly visible and legible while seated.
  • The “Africambo Lodge” restaurant has wheelchair compatible tables (maximum height 80 cm, wheelchair compatible at a height of 67 cm and a depth of 30 cm).
  • Seating is available.
  • There are four WCs for people with disabilities, which can be accessed from both sides (at least 80 cm). There are folding grab rails on the left and right.   
  • Guided tours are offered for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users. Advance booking is necessary. 
  • Mobile or fixed seating is available for people with walking disabilities, which can be used during the tour.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report. 

  • There is no audio induction system. 
  • There is no clearly visible alarm.
  • Information about the stations and animals is mainly provided in writing and is sometimes presented in photorealistic form.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • Assistance dogs are welcome.
  • The signage (for orientation) is designed in easy-to-read, high-contrast lettering.
  • All areas are brightly lit and glare-free.
  • Stairs have a handrail on at least one side.
  • Information is visually rich in contrast.
  • Information is not available in Braille or prismatic writing. 
  • Guided tours are offered for people with visual impairments, but not for blind people.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • The name of the zoo is clearly recognizable from the outside. 
  • The destinations of the paths are within sight or there are signs at a constantly visible distance. 
  • Information for orientation is partly available in pictorial form (pictograms, photorealistic representation).
  • Information about the stations, animals and enclosures is mainly provided in writing, but not in easy language.
  • Guided tours are offered for people with cognitive impairments. 
  • The contents (e.g. exhibits) of the guided tour for people with cognitive impairments are easy to understand or are explained in an easily understandable way (e.g. pictorially).

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

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Entrance of the zoological garden Magdeburg Entrance of the zoological garden Magdeburg (LTV ST)
Petting enclosure Petting enclosure (LTV ST)
Playground at the petting enclosure Playground at the petting enclosure (LTV ST)
Restaurant Restaurant "AFRICAMBO Lodge" (LTV ST)