Alpine Wildlife Park on the Pfänder
On the trail, you can spot majestic red deer, climbing ibex, curious marmots, and cute dwarf goats. For children , a forest slide, two audio-guided adventure tours, and a balance course provide extra fun. The wildlife park is open year-round. Admission is free.
- Open year-round —daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Free admission —free to visit
- No dogs allowed
- Dining -—for refreshments after the loop
- Entrance —next to the Pfänder Cable Car mountain station
Your visit to the Alpine Wildlife Park!
Alpine Wildlife Park Adventure
On a 30-minute loop, visitors can spot majestic red deer, agile ibex, curious marmots, and adorable dwarf goats. Children will enjoy an adventurous forest slide and a balance course. The wildlife park is open year-round and admission is free.
Little Climbers: the Pygmy Goat
Right from the start, the lively pygmy goats make their presence known—curious, friendly, and always up for a little adventure.
Big Ears - The Rabbit
Right across the way, fluffy rabbits are already hopping around their enclosure—a heartwarming sight for young and old alike.
Master Climber: the Ibex
Just a few steps further on, a true natural spectacle unfolds: majestic ibexes display their breathtaking climbing skills—a moment not to be missed!
Stars of the Horned Animals: the Mouflon
Right next to the wild boars, the impressive mouflon make their appearance—the rams, with their distinctive spiral horns, are real eye-catchers!
Sniffing around—the wild boar
Next up are the wild relatives of our domestic pigs: the original wild boars are impressive with their powerful presence.
The King Has Arrived: the Red Deer
The highlight awaits in the largest enclosure: a majestic herd of red deer in all their glory! It’s especially spectacular in October, when the mighty stags release their powerful rutting calls and they echo through the mountain air—guaranteed to give you goosebumps!
Hibernators in Action: the Marmot
A grand finale with the stars of the Alps: These adorable marmots are the perfect finishing touch to the wildlife park experience. From mid-October to mid-March, these clever mountain dwellers retreat into their fascinating labyrinth of burrows; a perfect example of adaptation to nature!
Action for Kids
Looking for some action for the kids? The long forest slide, our two audio-guided adventure tours, and the challenging balance course are sure to provide a rush of adrenaline and unforgettable moments between animal sightings.
At a Glance
Practical Information
- Open year-round —from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Free admission —free visit
- No dogs allowed –Dogs are not permitted to protect wildlife
- Dining —Berghaus Pfänder for refreshments after the loop
- Entrance – Next to the Pfänder Cable Car mountain station
- Supporting the wildlife park —purchasing a ticket for the Pfänder Cable Car helps support the Alpine Wildlife Park.
Hiking Trail & Infrastructure
- The loop (trail) —at least 30 minutes of hiking time
- Steep ascents/descents —mountain hike with elevation changes
- Flexible hiking direction —circular hike possible in both directions
Wildlife
- Pygmy goats —a big hit with the kids at Berghaus Pfänder (Lodge)
- Rabbits —at the entrance to the wildlife park
- Alpine ibex —iIbex with spectacular climbing skills
- Mouflons —mouflons with the rams’ characteristic curved horns
- Wild Boars —the ancestors of our domestic pigs
- Red deer —a proud herd in the spacious enclosure, particularly impressive in October during the rutting season
- Marmots —with an extensive system of burrows, they hibernate from mid-October to mid-March
Attractions for Children
- Audio Play Adventure Tour – More Information About the Audio Play Adventure Tour
- Small Animal Enclosure —get up close and personal with miniature goats and rabbits
- Forest Slide —the perfect “stopover” during the loop trail
- Balance Course —another activity for children along the trail