Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven

Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven

With its unique specialization in Nordic and water-related animal species, the theme zoo is one of the most modern in Europe. The location directly on the dike allows a unique integration of the large, near-natural facilities into the natural marine scenery.

You can experience polar bears, seals, penguins and the like in spacious enclosures with a view of the sea and only separated by glass panes. All aquatic animals can be marvelled at not only on land through bottom-deep panes, but also while swimming through underwater panes.Once brought along by sailors, the chimpanzees welcome visitors in their wide zoo savannah, at the end of the tour are the bearded emperor tamarine in the rainforest. 

The North Sea Aquarium shows special "eye-catchers" like the lumpfish, the seahorse or the octopus. During the animal feedings, interesting, funny and unbelievable things from the animal world are conveyed and at the end of the tour the piece of cake on the terrace is tempting. 

Accessibility certified People with walking disabilities Wheelchair users

Barrier-free information

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All test relevant areas meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility tested - partially barrier-free for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users ".

Some information on accessibility are listed below. Detailed information can be found in the test report at the end of the text.

  • There are three public parking spaces for people with disabilities behind the zoo (towards the Weser). 
  • The nearest bus stop “Havenwelten” is approx. 750 m away.
  • The zoo is steplessly accessible via a ramp.
  • The two ticket counters are 87 cm and 93 cm high respectively.
  • All elevated areas that can be used by guests are at ground level (exception: the viewing terraces and the shortcuts (e.g. playground)). 
  • The paths are mostly easy to walk and drive on. 
  • They have maximum longitudinal gradients of up to 6%, in some cases even 8%. 
  • All passages / doors are at least 82 cm wide.
  • The aquarium and the outdoor pools/areas etc. can mainly be viewed from a seated position and the information can be read from a seated position.
  • Seating is available in the aquarium and in the outdoor areas.
  • There are no tables in the Deli am Meer (self-service restaurant) that are max. 80 cm high and can be driven under at a height of 67 cm and a depth of 30 cm.
  • There are public WCs for people with disabilities, which can be accessed from at least one side (at least 90 cm). Folding grab rails are provided to the left and right of the toilet.
  • Guided tours are offered for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users. Advance booking is necessary. 

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Some information on accessibility are listed below. Detailed information can be found in the test report at the end of this text.

  • There is no audio induction loop at the ticket counter.
  • In the event of an audible alarm, no visually perceptible flashing light or flashing signal appears.
  • The information in the outdoor areas and in the aquarium is provided in written form.
  • There are no guided tours offered for people with hearing disabilities or deaf people.

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Some information on accessibility are listed below. Detailed information can be found in the test report at the end of this text.

  • Assistance dogs are allowed.
  • The entrance is not visually rich in contrast and is not recognizable by a tactile change of floor covering.
  • There are carousel or revolving doors (turnstile / revolving door) at the entrance and exit. There is an alternatively usable option for each door.
  • The evaluated outdoor areas that can be used by the guest are not artificially lit. In the area of the aquarium the rooms are darkened and dimly illuminated.
  • There are no obstacles, e.g. objects protruding into the room / manoeuvring spaces.
  • Stairs have no vertical and horizontal contrasting markings. However, the steps are marked with green stripes with high horizontal contrast. The staircases have handrails on both sides, which are continued horizontally at the beginning and at the end.
  • The information in the outdoor areas and in the aquarium is provided in written form.
  • Orientation boards and the information in the outdoor areas and the aquarium are designed in clearly legible, high-contrast font.
  • Information is available in Braille or prismatic writing. 
  • A zoo guide is available in Braille for rent.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. Detailed information can be found in the test report at the end of the text. 

  • Name and logo of the zoo are clearly visible from the outside.
  • There is an uninterrupted guidance system with orientation boards.
  • The information in the outdoor areas and in the aquarium is provided in written form.
  • There is no information in easy language.
  • There are no special guided tours offered for people with cognitive impairments.

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Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven
Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven (Marina Rochel)
Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven (Marina Rochel)
Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven Zoo by the sea Bremerhaven (Marina Rochel)