Doris Wolkner-Steinberger, managing director of Herberstein and Mautern, is pleased with the results after the first “double season”: “230,500 guests visited the two recreational facilities, and the attractive combo offer in particular was taken advantage of many times!”
The merger of the two recreational facilities has also led to personnel changes: Veterinarian Dr. Reinhard Pichler, 34, is taking over as zoological director for both facilities and is now responsible for the health and well-being of approximately 700 zoo animals. Dr. Pichler has been employed at Herberstein Zoo since 2009 and has run a veterinary practice in the Hartberg district since 2008.
2012 Preview: “The Sacred Animals of the Incas”
Pumas, spectacled bears, and their South American counterparts will take center stage in 2012: Revered as sacred animals by the Incas, Herberstein will feature a colorful array of activities centered on these animals and their myths this year—from April 1 through September 30, 2012!