Terrariet Reptile Zoo in Vissenbjerg

At Terrariet, curiosity comes alive, your senses are sharpened, and the hidden world of nature opens up to both children and adults. Explore the fascinating world of reptiles and amphibians and learn more about these often-overlooked animals that many people find a little frightening. Get up close to everything from colourful frogs and elegant snakes to impressive lizards and rare turtles and tortoises from distant parts of the world.

Discover some of the most dangerous and venomous species

Terrariet is a specialised zoo for reptiles and amphibians and is home to one of Scandinavia's largest collections of exotic and endangered species. Every year, thousands of visitors come to Terrariet to experience these fascinating reptiles up close and learn about the important role they play in natural ecosystems.

Get up close to animals such as:

Philippine crocodile
Komodo dragon
Green anaconda
Radiated tortoise
Reticulated python
Gaboon viper
... and many more.

Great experiences every day

Come and see the animals up close during feeding time and hear the knowledgeable staff share fascinating facts about them. The feeding programme changes daily, so there is always something exciting to experience. During holidays and weekends, there is even more to discover. Hear stories about a specially selected animal and learn more about the nature and biology of reptiles. If you are really brave, you may even get the chance to come extra close!

You can also book special wildlife experiences for groups, and Terrariet also offers off-site visits to companies and schools.

3 great reasons to visit Terrariet Reptile Zoo:

Realm of the Komodo Dragons. Bring the family on a wild adventure and travel straight into the fascinating nature of Indonesia. Come face to face with the world's largest lizard, the Komodo dragon, and experience its natural habitat up close – and in complete safety. You can also visit the Ranger Station, where you can explore monitoring equipment and field gear and feel like real wildlife researchers.
Giants of the Ice Age – life in a frozen world. Travel back in time to an icy climate where enormous mammoths, resilient sabre-toothed cats and majestic giant deer fought for survival. Discover how these animals adapted to survive the extreme cold and learn more about life in a world shaped by cold, ice and snow. Welcome to the Ice Age!
The Field Hospital. Imagine stepping into a field hospital in the heart of snake country. The lights are dimmed. The doctor's equipment is ready for the next patient. The smell of disinfectant hangs in the air. And outside the window, behind just 2 cm of glass, lie the snakes. But these are no ordinary snakes. These are the snakes whose bites the doctors here are fighting to save lives from!

Food and drinks

At Terrariet's kiosk, you can buy ice cream, snacks, and hot and cold drinks. You are welcome to enjoy your own packed food in the garden or in the educational centre's pleasant indoor area overlooking the Komodo dragons.