Weltvogelpark Walsrode Walsrode Bird Collection

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Calyptorhynchus

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I know the Walsrode collection is unique and the largest, so it would be nice if a thread like what was done for San Diego and Jurong could be done. I've never visited the place, so I'm out, but would one of the other zoo chatters be able to undertake this herculean task ;)?
 
you should check zootierliste.de, which is fairly accurate, although it is always difficult to know what is behind the scenes, allthough there guidebooks are a good indication. And the collection that is visible changes multiple times per year, especially in the "Fasanerie" area.
 
yes, there doesn't seem much point in making species threads for European collections on here when Zootierliste does a generally good job of exactly that: http://www.zootierliste.de/en/zoosmap.php?showzoo=10000097

Although it would be interesting if speaking of individual large aviaries or houses with multiple species.

For zoos in other parts of the world, there is usually nothing similar though.
 
Chlidonias said:
yes, there doesn't seem much point in making species threads for European collections on here when Zootierliste does a generally good job of exactly that: http://www.zootierliste.de/en/zoosmap.php?showzoo=10000097

Although it would be interesting if speaking of individual large aviaries or houses with multiple species.

For zoos in other parts of the world, there is usually nothing similar though.
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Whilst I agree that ZTL is a fantastic resource it doesn't quite have the same impact and information as a walk-through guide to each exhibit, it also doesn't tell you which species are on-show. I still love the site though! :)
 
Brum said:
Whilst I agree that ZTL is a fantastic resource it doesn't quite have the same impact and information as a walk-through guide to each exhibit, it also doesn't tell you which species are on-show. I still love the site though! :)
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In theory it does, as long as a) people update the listings to reflect what is offshow and b) you realise that "Hinter den kulissen" is the German for "Behind the scenes"
 
Brum said:
Whilst I agree that ZTL is a fantastic resource it doesn't quite have the same impact and information as a walk-through guide to each exhibit, it also doesn't tell you which species are on-show. I still love the site though! :)
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A normal report on Walsrode would be outdated during the season as in some parts of the park the collection is changed regularly. It keeps things interesting but it can be quite frustrating if you go there to see a certain species and it has been taken behind the scenes.
 
Jackwow said:
From the UK what would be the easiest way to get to Walsrode?
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All my visits to Walsrode have occurred when I've been on holiday in northern Germany staying in either Hamburg or Hannover; I've normally travelled to Walsrode by train from one of these two cities.
 
Jackwow said:
From the UK what would be the easiest way to get to Walsrode?
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Just as this afternoon, I've booked flights to go to Hamburg, in order to then go on to Walsrode. It's only a short drive, and there are several other places to visit in the area, including Hannover. Walsrode is the main point of my trip though! I am very excited.
 
Fairly good description of the collection in Walsrode can be found here: Weltvogelpark Walsrode Unfortunately, it is no longer current, but it gives a general idea about the layout of the park. Unfortunately, the whole is in French.
 
sooty mangabey said:
Just as this afternoon, I've booked flights to go to Hamburg, in order to then go on to Walsrode. It's only a short drive, and there are several other places to visit in the area, including Hannover. Walsrode is the main point of my trip though! I am very excited.
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So you're flying to Hamburg, picking up a hire car at the airport and then driving to Walsrode but staying in Hamburg?
 
There are also several nice hotels in Walsrode and the vogelpark is only a 25 minute walk. Hotel Landhaus is fantastic.
 
sooty mangabey said:
Just as this afternoon, I've booked flights to go to Hamburg, in order to then go on to Walsrode. It's only a short drive, and there are several other places to visit in the area, including Hannover. Walsrode is the main point of my trip though! I am very excited.
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If this is your first visit to Walsrode and want to take pictures of it I recommend you two day visit to the park (it is possible to buy a ticket for two days). As was already mentioned the species composition is constantly changing and every year new species are added. I was there seven times (from 2009 visit this place every year) and every time I have seen some new species for me. Enjoy your stay and see many interesting species!
 
It is an amazing place. An easy option is to get a low-cost flight to Hannover airport, then take the cheap train to the main station. From there you can get trains to Walsrode which take an hour. When I travelled, I found these to be more regular than those from Hamburg.
The bus from the station is not too useful of you're spending a full day at the park, but the walk to/from the park is pleasant, and there are some friendly small pubs near the station where you can kill some time. :)
 
Jackwow said:
So you're flying to Hamburg, picking up a hire car at the airport and then driving to Walsrode but staying in Hamburg?
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I'll be staying in one of the villages near to Walsrode - there are a large number of fairly inexpensive inns nearby. Walsrode is the primary focus of the trip, but I'll also be visiting Hannover and Luneburger Heide, possibly Hodenhagen (although I'm not wildly enthused), possibly Schwerin or Rostock (although it'd be a bit of a trek).

Tomek said:
If this is your first visit to Walsrode and want to take pictures of it I recommend you two day visit to the park (it is possible to buy a ticket for two days). As was already mentioned the species composition is constantly changing and every year new species are added. I was there seven times (from 2009 visit this place every year) and every time I have seen some new species for me. Enjoy your stay and see many interesting species!
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Thanks! It'll actually be my second visit to the place, but the first for a long while - nearly 20 years. Probably will give it two days, so as to really milk it - it may be another 20 years before I'm back.
 
threeple61 said:
There are also several nice hotels in Walsrode and the vogelpark is only a 25 minute walk. Hotel Landhaus is fantastic.
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Has anybody stayed in the hotel immediately adjacent to the Birdpark - the Parkhotel Luisenhohe?

It's a bit pricier than the nearby inns, and from online reviews sounds to be a little dated, but does it permit guests to wander around the Birdpark for longer than usual? (This is the case at Vogelpark Avifauna, and it certainly makes staying at the hotel worthwhile, even if it is in other respects pretty unremarkable).

Connected to this, could regular Walsrode visitors say whether it is the sort of zoo that chases visitors out at closing time (a la Bristol), or are they more relaxed, as at Berlin Tierpark (where I don't think there's anything to stop visitors from pottering around until it's dark)? Thanks!
 
During the time I worked at Walsrode I always asked the last visitors friendly to go to the exit when it was my turn to close all the building, do the last feeding-round and have a last look if anything was OK. I still guess it's done the relaxed way because it are the visitors who keep the Birdpark running.
 
Anyone any idea what a taxi from Hamburg to Walsrode would cost. I'm salivating at the thought of this place so thinking that when I get out of Jordan, hopefully sooner rather than later, I could try and fit in a quick two day visit.
 
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