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Get InspiredEuropeGermanyNorth Rhine WestphaliaHerneTiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel

Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel

DE
Zoo·Casual, Relaxed, Family Friendly
Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
Photo by Alexander Overkott from Google Places
Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
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Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
Photo by Kri Schr from Google Places
Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
Photo by Jutta Mergner from Google Places
Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
Photo by Jutta Mergner from Google Places
Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
Photo by Alexander Overkott from Google Places
Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
Photo by Peter Maier from Google Places
Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
Photo by Kri Schr from Google Places
Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
Photo by Jutta Mergner from Google Places
Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel
Photo by Jutta Mergner from Google Places

Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel is a beloved community attraction located in the Wanne-Eickel district of Herne. This small-scale animal enclosure is integrated into the larger Volksgarten park, offering a tranquil escape for locals and visitors alike. The facility is best known for its friendly goats, which visitors are often allowed to pet, providing a hands-on experience for children. With no admission fee or tickets required, it serves as an accessible and budget-friendly destination for a quick family outing. The surrounding parkland provides ample space for walking, making the animal enclosure a perfect highlight of a longer nature walk.

Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel is a beloved community attraction located in the Wanne-Eickel district of Herne. This small-scale animal enclosure is integrated into the larger Volksgarten park, offering a tranquil escape for locals and visitors alike. The facility is best known for its friendly goats, which visitors are often allowed to pet, providing a hands-on experience for children. With no admission fee or tickets required, it serves as an accessible and budget-friendly destination for a quick family outing. The surrounding parkland provides ample space for walking, making the animal enclosure a perfect highlight of a longer nature walk.

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Address
Lohofstraße 28, 44651 Herne-Wanne-Eickel, Germany
Hours
Closed
Daily 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Highlights

  • Free admission with no tickets or booking required.

  • Interactive petting area featuring friendly goats.

  • Set within the peaceful greenery of Volksgarten Eickel.

  • Ideal for families with young children.

Best For

Families with children and casual park walks.

Occasion Tags

Family, Locals, Casual Walk

Reviews

4.4
Great666 reviews

Tiergehege im Volksgarten Eickel is a well-loved local destination in Herne, primarily praised for being a free and accessible attraction. Visitors appreciate that no tickets are required, allowing for spontaneous visits while walking through the park. A recurring highlight in reviews is the ability to pet the goats, which makes it a hit with families and young children. The sentiment is consistently positive, with guests describing the experience as 'nice' and 'super.' While it is a smaller enclosure, its integration into the Volksgarten makes it a perfect addition to a day outdoors. Overall, it is seen as a simple, high-quality spot for animal lovers and local residents.

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Location

Wanne-Eickel, Herne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

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Herne, Nordrhein-Westfalen
Relaxed, Family Friendly, Peaceful