The Burkhardt Ostrich Farm is a unique visitor attraction offering fascinating insights into the responsible keeping of ostriches. Set within spacious farmland, visitors can experience these impressive animals up close and learn more about their behavior, breeding, and distinctive characteristics. The farm combines authentic animal husbandry with engaging educational elements, bringing the fascination of the world’s largest living birds to life. The experience is complemented by a selection of regional products related to ostrich farming. The Burkhardt Ostrich Farm invites visitors to enjoy a nature-based excursion that combines animal encounters, rural culture, and discovery.
Barrier-free information
All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with walking disabilities".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- All rooms and facilities that can be used by guests and are elevated are accessible without steps/at ground level.
- There are no slopes greater than 6%.
- All doors/passages and paths that can be used by guests and are elevated are at least 90 cm wide.
- Exhibits and information are mostly visible while seated.
- Seating is available.
- There is a public toilet for people with disabilities, which is accessible from at least one side (at least 80 cm).
- There is a folding grab rail on at least the accessible side of the toilet.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- Seating is available.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- The signage (for orientation) is designed in easily legible, high-contrast font.
- All areas are brightly lit without glare.
- Seating is available.
- Information is not available in Braille or prismatic print.
- Guided tours are offered for people with visual impairments and blind people. Advance registration is required.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- The name of the business is clearly visible from the outside.
- The destinations of the paths are within sight, or there are path markers at a constantly visible distance.
- Seating is available.
- Guided tours are offered for people with cognitive impairments. Advance registration is required.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
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Straußenfarm Burkhardt
(Benjamin Suthe)
Straußenfarm Burkhardt
(Benjamin Suthe)
Straußenfarm Burkhardt
(Marcel Hofmann)
Straußenfarm Burkhardt
(Marcel Hofmann)
Straußenfarm Burkhardt
(Marcel Hofmann)
Straußenfarm Burkhardt
(Marcel Hofmann)