ZOO Planckendael, located near Mechelen, Belgium, is a spacious and family-friendly wildlife park dedicated to nature conservation and education. …
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Jan 1, 2025
Went there with my family when my brothers were here. I like visiting zoos in different cities but here there was very less animals compared to other zoo in other countries. The zoo at Pairi Diaza is…Full review by Lindsey D
Dec 9, 2024
We have been wanting to visit this zoo for a very long time. Maybe autumn wasn’t the best season to choose, because there was quite some refurbishing going on. Which was reflected in a €5 discount pe…Full review by 500dank
Sep 22, 2024
I had a great time in this Zoo. It has the continents theming and its well cared for. They have some exotic animals and its a nice day to spend with the family, espcially kids. I really enjoyed it.Full review by TheAbbas
Hi, I was just reading reviews of Planckendael and have not come across many that mention its accessibility for people in wheel chairs or on crutches with limited mobility. Would you say this zoo is "disabled friendly" for someone who is slow on their feet and doesnt deal with steps well? I use crutches all the time and need my husband with me as my carer I'm an avid zoo goer in the UK but will be visiting Belgium and Germany for the first time this year and I am keen to visit several zoos. Thanks in advance for your help. Leigh ps can you tell me if this zoo offers a discount for disabled visitors and their carers, as many zoos in the UK do.
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I have to agree with Karl from Stockport. If you can get around others then you will be OK at Planckendael. There is about 3 miles worth of walking around all the continents. Some …
I have to agree with Karl from Stockport. If you can get around others then you will be OK at Planckendael. There is about 3 miles worth of walking around all the continents. Some larger than others. As for concessions I would visit the zoos website for that information. Hope you enjoy as much as we did.