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Zveropark

4.5 · 3,054 reviews
Rustic and educational
Zveropark, Revištské Podzámčie 38, 966 81 Žarnovica, Slovakia
Interesting facts
1

The park was designed to integrate animal enclosures directly into the existing topography of the Štiavnica Mountains forest.

2

It is one of the few places in Slovakia where visitors can observe moose, which are not commonly found in traditional zoo settings in the region.

3

The grounds include a dedicated educational trail explaining the local flora and fauna of the surrounding Hron River valley.

4

The park maintains a rescue center component for injured native wildlife found in the region.

5

A portion of the park is dedicated to a petting zoo environment that allows direct visitor contact with sheep, goats, and rabbits.

Overview

Zveropark is an expansive nature-focused zoo located in the Štiavnica Mountains near Revištské Podzámčie. The facility emphasizes an interactive educational experience, featuring a collection of European wildlife alongside domesticated animals. Visitors walk through a series of naturalistic enclosures and forested trails covering several hectares. Key residents include moose, fallow deer, mouflons, and various species of predatory birds. The park features a dedicated 'Children's Zveropark' area with smaller animals suitable for younger interaction. A central pond and multiple rest areas are integrated into the landscaped grounds. The park is designed to encourage pedestrian exploration of the local fauna in their natural habitat settings.

Photo spot

The viewing platform overlooking the main moose and deer enclosure.

Insider tips

Wear sturdy hiking footwear as the terrain is hilly and involves significant walking on dirt paths.

Bring a water bottle as the walking circuit takes several hours and service points are concentrated near the entrance.

Check the park's online calendar before visiting, as certain zones may have seasonal closures for animal breeding or maintenance.

What to avoid

Attempting to cover the entire park area without proper walking shoes or ignoring signage regarding restricted animal zones.

Good to know

Operating schedule follows a strong seasonal pattern, with limited or no operations during winter months.

Etiquette

Do not feed the animals human food; follow all posted quiet zones near sensitive habitats.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
3-4 hours
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings during late spring or early autumn to avoid peak weekend crowds and heat.
Address
Zveropark, Revištské Podzámčie 38, 966 81 Žarnovica, Slovakia
48.512, 18.715
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Details
Key animalsMoose, mouflons, fallow deer, and birds of prey
Visitor experienceInteractive nature trail and petting zoo

Frequently asked

Plan for about 3-4 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Weekday mornings during late spring or early autumn to avoid peak weekend crowds and heat..

The viewing platform overlooking the main moose and deer enclosure.

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