The zoo is situated within a forest park that has served as Haskovo’s primary green lung since its establishment in the 20th century.
The surrounding Kenana area is known for having a unique microclimate cooler than the Haskovo city center.
The site includes a significant number of preserved old-growth oak trees, some of which are centuries old.
Kenana Park Zoo is a municipal zoological garden located within the extensive Kenana Forest Park on the outskirts of Haskovo, Bulgaria. The facility houses a collection of animals including fallow deer, mouflons, ostriches, and various avian species. The zoo serves as a focal point of the larger recreation area, which covers over 230 hectares of mixed oak and hornbeam forest. Paths through the zoo connect directly to the park's walking trails and picnic zones. Recent improvements have focused on upgrading enclosure conditions to meet regional welfare standards. It functions primarily as a local leisure destination rather than a large-scale commercial attraction. The landscape is characterized by its hilly terrain and dense woodland setting.
The main entrance area which overlooks the lush canopy of the surrounding Kenana forest.
Combine your zoo visit with a hike on the marked trails through the surrounding forest park.
Bring insect repellent, as the forested location near shaded water features can attract mosquitoes.
Wear comfortable walking shoes with good grip due to the unpaved and hilly nature of the park paths.
Visiting during the heat of mid-summer afternoons when animals retreat to shaded, non-visible areas of their enclosures.
Open year-round, but outdoor enclosures may have restricted visibility during extreme winter weather.
Do not feed the animals, as diets are strictly monitored; keep noise levels low to avoid distressing wildlife.
