Animal parks
In Alsace Essentielle
Observe, understand and marvel: the animal parks of L’Alsace Essentielle invite you to a privileged encounter with the animal world. Nestled in the plains and mountains, these sites offer fun and educational experiences, as close to nature as possible.
Meet reindeer in the wild
In Stosswihr, Alsace
In the heart of the Munster Valley, in Stosswihr, the Ferme aux Reennes (Reindeer farm) offers you the chance to meet these emblematic animals of the Nordic regions. The unspoilt natural setting allows you to observe the reindeer at close quarters and learn more about their lifestyle, habits and adaptation to the seasons. The visit also gives you an insight into the culture of the Sami, a people traditionally associated with reindeer.
Our tip: combine a visit to NaturOparC and the Butterfly Garden, which are just a few steps away from each other!
Discover the local fauna & its secrets
In Hunawihr
At the foot of the vineyards, the NaturOparC in Hunawihr, at the foot of the vineyards, showcases Alsace’s wildlife in a well-tended environment. Storks, otters and Alsatian hamsters thrive in areas designed to respect their natural needs and raise awareness of species preservation.
The park regularly offers educational workshops and events to help visitors better understand local biodiversity and the challenges of protecting it. A pleasant and instructive visit to discover nature in Alsace Essentielle.
Enter a tropical world
In the heart of Alsace’s vineyards
Just a stone’s throw from the vineyards and NaturOparC, the Jardin des papillons (Butterfly Garden) in Hunawihr invites you to explore a tropical greenhouse populated by hundreds of free-flying butterflies. They evolve in the heart of a luxuriant vegetation composed of exotic plants and rare flowers, creating a veritable living ecosystem!
This relaxing interlude lets you observe the life cycle of butterflies up close, while discovering a rich and colorful botanical world.
