Daily program & agenda

Every day we organize fun (and educational!) activities. Check out what's on the program here.

Map

Do you want to know what there is to see and how to get there? Have a look at the map, then how not to miss anything.

Experiences

You come along in our parkagainst special birds and mammals. Walk through their natural habitat, watch and learn during the feeding talks or visit the unique bird demonstration. There is plenty to experience!

Our animals

More than 230 animal species live in Avifauna. All sorts beautiful birds live with it small mammals from their habitat.

Our nature

Did you know that we also pay a lot of attention to nature in our park, and that we consciously invest in biodiversity?

Route, parking & public transport

Vogelpark Avifauna is very central in the Randstad and is easily accessible, both by car and by train OV.

Prices, subscriptions & opening hours

Here you can view the opening hours and rates for a day out in Avifauna, but did you know that a subscription has many advantages?

Accessibility

Our beautiful park is also accessible for people with reduced mobility. View here which facilities are available.

Eat, drink & shop

A day out in our animal park is not complete without something delicious to eat and drink. We offer something for everyone will!

Avifauna does more

We invest in the protection of flora and fauna in various ways, both in our park and far beyond our national borders. That social meaning is anchored in everything we do.

Nature conservation

Vogelpark Avifauna continuously invests knowledge and resources in nature conservation projects. Every year we support in various projects, both in our own environment and in vulnerable nature areas elsewhere in the world.

Avifauna renews

To ensure the well-being of our animals and attractive to remain for visitors, we must constantly renew our animal park. We translate the latest scientific insights into our approach and care of the animals.

Careers

As an employer, Avifauna plays an important role in the region. Hundreds of young people found their first (holiday) job with us. Specialized professionals know where to find us from all over the country, as do many volunteers and interns Besides.

the origin

On the estate of Mr. Van den Brink started as a hobby Vogelpark Avifauna. Op May 17, 1950 opened it very first bird park in the world officially are deur.

School trip

Create a day Avifauna guarantees many speel fun with an educational touch. Possibly te combine with Archeon!

Out-of-School Care (BSO)

We have special BSO arrangements for childcare organizations. Nice, such a different activity!

Nature and Environmental Education (NME)

Birdlife is for the municipalities of Alphen aan den Rijn, Kaag & Braassem and Nieuwkoop active as NME partner.

speaking engagements

Do you already know about what you your speakturn? We are happy to help you with our cool presentation boxes!

OUR NATURE

Japanese nut tree

The Japanese nut tree has a rich history and an equally special growth and flowering method. The tree is revered in Japan and can therefore be found around temples there. The species is millions of years old and the oldest living specimen in Japan has even celebrated its thousandth (!) Birthday.

A rich history is under threat

Because the tree has been used for various cultural applications for thousands of years, the species has declined. On the IUCN Red List, the Japanese nut tree has been given the status of 'endangered'. This decline is really man-made, even though the species has a rich, long history. Fossils of the tree have been found from as far as 250 million years ago. The species, as we know it now, was therefore already there in the time of the dinosaurs! The Japanese nut tree is therefore seen as the 'missing link' between deciduous and coniferous trees.

The fruits of this tree are edible. In traditional Chinese medicine, various tree parts are believed to have a medicinal effect, for example for problems with digestion or blood circulation.

The Japanese nut tree can reach an age of several hundred years. In Europe these trees reach a height of 15 to 20 meters, but in Japan and China they reach heights of up to 40 meters. Truly a forest giant!

facts and tidbits

English name

Maiden hair tree

Scientific name

Ginkgo biloba

Origin of our hair

Merunas UAB

Flowering time

May - October

Height

15 to 40 meters

Additional information

This tree can live to be 1000 years old!

Avifauna is committed

…to conserve vulnerable or endangered species. With our special bird collection and the expertise of our employees, we contribute to the preservation of biodiversity, both in the park and in the region.

GREEN, GREENER, GREENEST!

Since the opening is in 1950 Vogelpark Avifauna fromgrown into an oasis of green nature a increasingly densely populated Randstad. It many wearing green not only contribute to the visitor experiencebut makes ons pet dadrk also an essential part of the recreational landscape of South Holland. We therefore give it a high priority retain de strengthening the green structure. For example, did you know that we work with very detailed planting plans? Over therein utilize we every square meter of the park to different areas one varied and natural appearance te to give.