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Lions, rhinos, crocodiles, apes – to observe the impressive animal world of Africa and other continents, the people of Frankfurt and their guests do not have to travel far. For in the heart of the city there is Frankfurt Zoo, which was established in 1858 and is thus among the oldest zoological gardens in the world.
60316 Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany: Land area: 11 ha (27 acres) No. of animals: about 4500: No. of species: about 450: Annual visitors: 830.193 (2015) Memberships: WAZA, EAZA, VdZ: Major exhibits: Asiatic lion, Gorilla, Spectacled bear, Sumatran tiger: Owner: Frankfurt: Public transit access
- 1858; 165 years ago
- about 4500
- 11 ha (27 acres)
- Bernhard-Grzimek-Allee 1, 60316 Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany
On August 8th 1858, the Zoological Garden was opened in Lerschner's Garden in the west of the city. Initially for 10 years - on a trial basis, so to speak. 1874: RELOCATION OF THE GARDEN TO PFINGSTWEIDE. It quickly became clear: the zoo had successfully completed the “trial period”. For permanent operation, a larger site had to be found.
Frankfurt Zoo and Frankfurt Zoological Society are both dedicated to nature conservation and species protection. The Zoo operates in the heart of Frankfurt, FZS in conservation projects worldwide. FZS & Zoo Frankfurt. A combined experience.
OUR ZOO IS OPEN 365 DAYS A YEAR, including all holidays! Summer and winter opening hours are based on daylight saving times. Evening opening of the Exotarium from October to March on the last Friday of every month (except December) until 20:00. The ticket office is open until 18.00.
The Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) is an international conservation organization founded in 1858 with headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. FZS focuses on maintaining biodiversity and conserving wildlife and ecosystems in protected areas and outstanding wild places. [1] . FZS leads and supports about 30 projects in 18 countries.
