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Elbauenpark: Magdeburg's Green Oasis

Discover Magdeburg's Elbauenpark: A vibrant urban oasis with gardens, history, and attractions for all ages.

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Elbauenpark is a sprawling family and leisure park in Magdeburg, transformed from a former military training ground and war debris site into a vibrant green space for recreation and education. Highlights include the Millennium Tower, themed gardens, a butterfly house, and numerous activities for all ages.

A brief summary to Elbauenpark

  • Monday 9 am-6 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-6 pm
  • Friday 9 am-6 pm
  • Saturday 9 am-6 pm
  • Sunday 9 am-6 pm

Local tips

  • Consider purchasing a day ticket to access major attractions like the Jahrtausendturm and Butterfly House.
  • Check the Elbauenpark website for event schedules, as numerous concerts and festivals are held throughout the season.
  • Wear comfortable shoes, as the park covers a large area and involves a lot of walking.
  • Take advantage of the park's diverse offerings, from the climbing park to the summer toboggan run.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Magdeburg Hauptbahnhof (main train station), take tram line 6 towards Messegelände (exhibition grounds). The Elbauenpark has a dedicated tram stop (Messegelände/Elbauenpark). A single ticket costs €2.90 and is valid for 60 minutes. Alternatively, a day ticket is available for €5.50.

  • Walking

    From the Herrenkrug Park, cross Herrenkrugstraße via the pedestrian bridge. Follow the signs to Elbauenpark. The walk is approximately 15 minutes. Note that the Herrenkrugsteg bridge might involve steps. No costs are involved.

  • Taxi

    A taxi from Magdeburg city center (e.g., Alter Markt) to Elbauenpark takes approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay around €12-€18. Ride-sharing services are also available.

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Discover more about Elbauenpark

Elbauenpark, located in Magdeburg, is a testament to urban renewal, transforming a once-barren landscape into a dynamic park. Created for the Bundesgartenschau (Federal Garden Show) in 1999, the park spans approximately 100 hectares and is divided into Kleiner Anger and Großer Anger, connected by a pedestrian bridge. The park's history is as fascinating as its attractions. Before its transformation, the area served as Wehrmacht barracks and shooting ranges in the 1930s, later used by the Soviet Forces after World War II. The grounds were riddled with explosive ordnance and war debris, all of which had to be cleared before construction could begin. Today, Elbauenpark offers a diverse range of attractions. The Millennium Tower (Jahrtausendturm), a 60-meter-high wooden structure, stands as the park's landmark, housing exhibitions on 6,000 years of human history. The park also features themed gardens, including a rose garden and a sculpture garden, a butterfly house with around 200 exotic butterflies, and the Seebühne (lake stage) which hosts various events. For families, there are multiple playgrounds, a slide tower, a petting zoo, and water play areas. Throughout the season, Elbauenpark hosts numerous events, including concerts, festivals, and family-oriented activities. The park is part of the Saxony-Anhalt Garden Dreams, highlighting its significance in the region's horticultural landscape.

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