Bison in the bison wilderness on the Rothaarsteig
Leo Thomas, Tourismus NRW e.V., Bison in the bison wilderness on the Rothaarsteig

Wild bison

Bad Berleburg

The majestic bison, Europe's largest wild land mammals, have become native to the Rothaargebirge. The project to reintroduce these impressive animals is unique in Western Europe: in addition to a free-roaming herd of bison that moves independently through the forests, there is a fenced bison wilderness where you can experience the animals up close.

For those who want to see the bison for sure, there is the bison wilderness on the Rothaarsteig, a fenced-in 20-hectare area where a herd of several animals lives. You can observe the impressive animals up close on a 3-kilometre circular trail. Wooden footbridges and viewing platforms provide views of the gentle giants, while information boards provide fascinating details about the bison, their behavior and their history.

Important information at a glance

  • Opening times can be found at www.wisent-welt.de
    Monday: Closed
    Winter opening hours (from 27 October 2019 to 31 March 2020): Tuesday to Sunday and public holidays: 10:00 to 15:00 (last admission)

    Open today
    Tuesday10:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday10:00 - 16:00
    Thursday10:00 - 16:00
    Friday10:00 - 16:00
    Saturday10:00 - 16:00
    Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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