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Ohrada Zoo
Hluboká Zoo, also known as Ohrada Zoo, is located in South Bohemia in the immediate vicinity of the magnificent Hluboká nad Vltavou Castle. Founded in 1939 by Adolf Schwarzenberg, it is one of the oldest zoos in the country. Originally conceived as part of the hunting museum in the Baroque Ohrada hunting lodge, the zoo has evolved to specialize in the fauna of the Palearctic region, with a strong emphasis on native Czech species. Spanning approximately 4.5 hectares (visitor area), the zoo is home to about 300 animal species. Particularly noteworthy are its successful breeding programs for European otters, white-tailed eagles, and various owl species. The zoo is picturesquely situated on the banks of the Munický Pond, allowing for the natural integration of waterfowl. In recent years, the facility has been modernized and expanded with new exhibits, including sections for Australian fauna and tropical reptiles. Through its educational programs and proximity to the castle, it serves as a major cultural and tourist hub in the Budweis region.
- Location: Czech Republic
- Top sights: Historická vodárna · svatý Jan Nepomucký · Galerie Knížecí dvůr
- Nearby: Máj (8 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -3 | -1 | 3 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 8 | 3 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 46 | 34 | 46 | 41 | 81 | 94 | 94 | 92 | 61 | 47 | 39 | 39 |
📋 Practical info
Geography
Facts
- The zoo officially opened to the public on May 1, 1939.
- It houses approximately 300 animal species on 4.5 hectares of land.
- The zoo specializes in the fauna of the Palearctic realm.
- It is situated on the shore of Munický Pond, the region's second largest.
- The facility is directly attached to the Baroque Ohrada hunting lodge.
- More than 250,000 people visit the institution annually.
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Sights in the town Ohrada Zoo (10)
Zámek Hluboká
Castle in Hluboká nad Vltavou.
svatý Vojtěch a Panna Marie
Chapel in Czech Republic.
přírodní památka Hlubocké hráze
Protected natural monument in Czech Republic.
Austrálie
Australian-themed area at Ohrada Zoo.
Národní zemědělské muzeum🏛 museum
National Museum of Agriculture in Hluboká nad Vltavou.
Zoo Ohrada
Zoo in Hluboká nad Vltavou.
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