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About this place
Tierpark Bad Zurzach is a small, free animal park in Bad Zurzach, in the canton of Aargau in northern Switzerland. It makes an easy, relaxed stop for families: the animals can be watched up close and entry costs nothing.
Is Tierpark Bad Zurzach free to enter?
Yes. The park is open all year and admission is free. A donation box at the entrance collects voluntary contributions that go toward animal feed. A free car park by the entrance means arriving by car adds no extra cost either.
Which animals can you see?
The park works as a small petting zoo, with species that are easy for children to enjoy. Residents include:
- fallow deer,
- Ouessant sheep,
- Valais Blackneck goats and dwarf goats,
- white-tufted marmosets, small and lively monkeys.
Birds are well represented too. Blue-fronted Amazons, diamond doves and pheasants live in the aviaries, alongside guinea fowl, emus and quail. A former fire-brigade pond now holds ducks, geese and carp, which adds to the charm of the place.
When is the best time to visit?
According to published listings, the park is open from 8:00 to 20:00 between April and October and from 8:00 to 18:00 between November and March. Animals are fed every day in the morning, between 8:00 and 10:00, so an early visit is a good idea, as the animals tend to be most active then. Dogs are welcome on a leash.
Can you have a picnic or get something to eat?
Yes. Next to the dwarf goat enclosure there is a Swiss-style family fireplace, handy for a picnic. Nearby, Café im Tierpark at Bruggerstrasse 6 is open on Sundays and from Wednesday to Saturday, 11:00 to 18:00, and closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Who is it for?
The park suits families with children and anyone visiting Bad Zurzach, known for its thermal spa, who wants a short, free addition to the day. It is compact, so an hour or two is plenty, especially if you combine it with a picnic or a coffee at the nearby café.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a ticket? No, entry is free. You can leave a voluntary donation for animal feed.
Can I bring my dog? Yes, on a leash.
When are the animals fed? Every day in the morning, between 8:00 and 10:00.
Is there parking? Yes, there is a free car park at the entrance.
Is the park open in winter? Yes, it is open all year, with slightly shorter hours in winter.
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