The facility is one of the few privately owned locations in Europe where members of the public can interact with trained elephants.
The elephants residing at the farm have appeared in various film productions and television shows.
The farm maintains a tradition of circus-style animal training, which distinguishes its management philosophy from traditional zoological gardens.
The location serves as a winter home and training facility for elephants that travel as part of circus performance groups.
The enclosure layout allows for direct visual proximity between the audience and the animals during show segments.
Elefantenhof Platschow is a privately managed elephant sanctuary located in the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern region of Germany. The facility is operated by the Frank family, who have a long-standing history in the circus industry. The farm primarily focuses on the husbandry and exhibition of Asian elephants. Visitors can observe the elephants in both indoor and outdoor enclosures. The site includes educational demonstrations highlighting elephant behavior and care techniques. It functions as a family-oriented attraction designed for close-up animal observation. The property also houses other farm animals to create a wider petting zoo experience. It is situated in the rural village of Platschow, Ziegendorf.
The main performance ring seating area, which offers an unobstructed view of the elephants during training demonstrations.
Check the daily program schedule upon arrival to ensure you do not miss the interactive demonstrations.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear suitable for walking on unpaved or sandy ground.
Bring weather-appropriate clothing as the viewing areas are largely open-air.
Do not attempt to feed the elephants with personal snacks, as this is strictly prohibited for the animals' health.
Closed during the winter months; operates seasonally from spring through autumn.
Maintain a respectful distance from the animals unless specifically instructed otherwise by trainers; follow all safety barriers.
