Knuthenborg Safaripark
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Knuthenborg Safaripark, located on the island of Lolland in Denmark, is Northern Europe's largest safari park spanning 660 hectares, including a 400-hectare drive-through safari. Established on the historic Knuthenborg estate, it hosts over a thousand animals from more than forty species, such as African bush elephants, Siberian tigers, Rothschild's giraffes, and American bison. Visitors can explore themed animal areas reflecting their native habitats, including the unique walk-through monkey forest and enclosures for rare species. The park also offers the Dinosaur Forest with animatronic full-scale dinosaur models and the Museum of Evolution, which displays remarkable fossils including a nearly complete Allosaurus skeleton and rare specimens like Archaeopteryx. Families enjoy Denmark's largest nature playground, water attractions, and roller coasters. The park combines naturalistic animal habitats, educational exhibits, and recreational activities, making it a top tourist destination in Denmark.
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Astuce: Visit during spring to early autumn for optimal weather and full access to all outdoor attractions. Booking tickets online in advance is recommended to avoid queues and access special discounts on food and souvenirs. Consider visiting the Dinosaur Forest and Museum of Evolution for a unique blend of wildlife and prehistoric education. The park offers accessible routes for cars and buses, and guided tours are available for certain areas such as the monkey forest. Check the official website for seasonal events and opening hours.
Faits intéressants
- •Knuthenborg Safaripark is the largest safari park in Northern Europe, covering 660 hectares.
- •The park houses the largest elephant enclosure and the largest Siberian tiger enclosure in Northern Europe and Europe, respectively.
- •The Dinosaur Forest features over 20 animatronic full-scale dinosaur models, opened in 2018.
- •The Museum of Evolution displays one of the most complete Allosaurus skeletons named 'Big Joe' and rare specimens like Archaeopteryx.
- •Denmark's largest nature playground is located within the park, including Europe's steepest water slide, Congo Splash.
- •The park received a 4-star rating from the Danish Tourist Attractions organization, indicating national-level significance.
Histoire
The Knuthenborg estate dates back to the medieval manor of Årsmarke, becoming Denmark's largest private estate and part of the Knuthenborg county in 1714.
In 1867, Eggert Christoffer Knuth constructed a 7.4 km stone wall and engaged English landscape architect Edward Milner to design a botanical park with rare plants and rhododendrons.
The park was protected by preservation order in 1926.
A zoological garden was established in 1950 near Swan Lake, initially with deer.
Exotic animals were introduced in 1969 by Count Adam W.
Knuth, starting the safari park with zebras, antelopes, and ostriches.
Over subsequent decades, the animal collection and park facilities expanded significantly, including the addition of elephants and tigers in recent years.
Guide du lieu
Safari Park Drive-Through
Explore a vast 400-hectare drive-through safari area featuring free-roaming animals such as giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and wildebeests in habitats mimicking their native environments.
Monkey Forest
A walk-through enclosure with various monkey and lemur species, including golden lion tamarins, baboons, and lemurs, accessible via a special bus due to the animals' interaction with vehicles.
Tigers' Forest
A specially enclosed area with the largest Siberian tiger enclosure in Europe, designed with Taiga-like vegetation to replicate the tiger's natural habitat.
African Bush Elephant Enclosure
The largest elephant enclosure in Northern Europe, housing African bush elephants including former circus animals rescued due to legislative changes.
Dinosaur Forest2018
An outdoor area opened in 2018 featuring large animatronic dinosaur and pterosaur models set in a forest environment resembling the Mesozoic era.
Museum of Evolution2023
A museum opened in 2023 showcasing fossils of prehistoric animals, including a nearly complete Allosaurus skeleton named 'Big Joe', a Torosaurus with the largest dinosaur skull known, and rare specimens like Archaeopteryx.
Limpopoland Nature Playground
Denmark's largest nature and water playground, featuring trampolines, a family roller coaster named Kampala Express, and Europe's steepest water slide called Congo Splash.
Contact
Téléphone: 54 78 80 89
