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Wildpark-MV

4.7 · 7,772 reviews
Naturalistic and educational
Wildpark-MV, Primerburg, 18273 Güstrow
Interesting facts
1

The park features an 'Aquatunnel' that allows visitors to observe otters swimming underwater.

2

The park layout is designed to mimic the natural habitats of the Baltic Sea region.

3

It includes a specialized wolf enclosure that serves as a research site for behavioral studies.

4

The facility manages its own breeding program for endangered native species.

5

The park provides large adventure playgrounds integrated into the forest environment for children.

Overview

Wildpark-MV is a 200-hectare wildlife park near Güstrow that focuses on native European animal species within expansive, naturalistic enclosures. It operates as an educational facility featuring interactive animal feedings, bird-of-prey flight demonstrations, and specialized environmental programs. The landscape consists of a mix of forest and aquatic habitats, housing species such as wolves, lynx, brown bears, and elk. Visitors traverse the grounds via extensive walking trails that span several kilometers. The park maintains a strong focus on conservation and biological pedagogy for all age groups. It is recognized as one of the largest and most significant wildlife parks in the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern region.

Photo spot

The viewing platform overlooking the brown bear and wolf enclosure.

Insider tips

Wear sturdy hiking boots as the park grounds cover significant distances on unpaved terrain.

Check the daily schedule at the entrance for feeding times, as these are the best opportunities to see shy predators.

Bring binoculars for better visibility of animals in the larger, more forested enclosures.

What to avoid

Attempting to see the entire park in under two hours, as the scale of the enclosures requires extensive walking.

Good to know

Open daily throughout the year, including weekends and public holidays.

Etiquette

Dogs must be kept on a short leash at all times; do not feed the animals human food.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
4-6 hours
Best time to visit
Early morning in spring or autumn to maximize animal activity and avoid peak mid-day summer temperatures.
Address
Wildpark-MV, Primerburg, 18273 Güstrow
53.791, 12.222
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Details
Animal speciesWolf, Lynx, Brown Bear, Elk, Otter
Key experiencesFlight demonstrations and guided wildlife feedings

Frequently asked

Plan for about 4-6 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Early morning in spring or autumn to maximize animal activity and avoid peak mid-day summer temperatures..

The viewing platform overlooking the brown bear and wolf enclosure.

Close by you'll find Güstrow Palace, Norddeutsches Krippenmuseum, Ernst Barlach Museen Güstrow - Gertrudenkapelle.