Tierpark Lange Erlen : info and guided tour

About Tierpark Lange Erlen

Tierpark Lange Erlen is a small urban zoo in Basel, located in the Lange Erlen park at Erlenparkweg 110. Set in a large green space in the northeast of the city, it offers a close-up introduction to local animals and species suited to a family-friendly setting, with a direct connection to walks in nature.

This animal park is appreciated for its peaceful atmosphere and its accessible scale, far from the large, spectacular zoos. It focuses on simple, easy-to-follow enclosures designed to observe the animals in a green environment. The visit is especially appealing for its natural setting, where it is easy to move from the park paths to the animal areas.

Tierpark Lange Erlen is well known in Basel as a very popular outing for families, schools and walkers. Its reputation comes from its role as a neighborhood animal park, where visitors can see various farm species and domestic animals, as well as a few more exotic animals depending on the facilities available.

Beyond the animal visit, the site is part of the Lange Erlen landscape, a large park valued for its shaded paths and relaxed atmosphere. This combination of nature, leisure and animal discovery makes Tierpark Lange Erlen an iconic part of everyday life in Basel, simple, lively and easy to recognize.

Discover Basel with a private guide

A private guide can help you better understand Tierpark Lange Erlen, its role in Basel, and how it fits into the Lange Erlen park. The guided experience also provides useful insights into the animals on display, the history of the site and its local features, in a discreet and attentive approach.