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

Weeping willow

The weeping willow is a charismatic tree that has a rich history in Europe. Characteristic is its location along the water, where the hanging branches move with the wind. Willows are of little interest to forestry because the wood is too soft. The tree does have a medicinal and symbolic function.

Medicinal and symbolic value

The weeping willow gets its name not only from its drooping branches, but also from the way raindrops roll off the leaves. They are said to symbolize tears rolling down one's cheek. The weeping willow is therefore associated with sadness. During a period of mourning it was customary to carry a willow twig with you. That would help to go through all stages of grief better.

And did you know that the bark of the weeping willow can be processed into a natural aspirin? This valuable property was discovered in 1853. Today's aspirin is synthetic, but the active substance as found in the willow is still incorporated.

The willow is also one of the 21 trees included in the Celtic tree calendar. The Celts used this calendar from about 1000 BC and linked the flowering time of certain trees to the character traits of people, based on their day of birth. So-called 'willow people' are said to be empathetic, beautiful and melancholy.

facts and tidbits

English name

Weeping Willow

Scientific name

Salix pendulum

Origin of our hair

Asia

Flowering time

May June

Height

10 to 15 meters

Additional information

The active substance of aspirin is contained in the bark of the weeping willow.

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.