At the “ Tierwelt Herberstein ,” an unparalleled diversity of species enchants visitors of all ages. Over 130 animal species and countless plants are waiting to be discovered. In addition, Tierwelt offers a fantastic range of experiences for families, children, and schools—this year, everything revolves around the Incas! In the expansive natural habitat, pumas bask in the sun, bears and monkeys go about their daily activities, and macaws crow their joy of life to the world. And what do these animals have in common? They were considered divine!

Inca Thanksgiving Festival on September 2
To give visitors to Tierwelt Herberstein a glimpse into rituals of the past, the park has come up with something special to mark the end of the “Divine Animals of the Incas” theme year: the Inca Thanksgiving Festival on September 2, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.!

Workshops and Sounds of the Past
On this special day, Inca dishes will be served at the food stands; at noon, a llama parade will wind its way through the zoo; Inca music performed by Latin Americans in traditional costumes will create a fantastic atmosphere; and several stations will invite visitors to get involved:workshops on drumming, making music, Inca knot writing,  making dreamcatchers, and archery—all offering plenty of variety! And, of course, our sacred animals—the puma, spectacled bear, llama, and others—will take center stage.