Come and discover
the Ice Age
From 17 October 2026 to 28 February 2027
Discover a lost world during this new event
Step back thousands of years in time. From October, GaiaZOO transforms into a world of ice, cold and vast plains. Meet impressive life-size animals from the icy prehistoric era, discover their secrets and let Nival, the Guardian of Nature, guide you.
A frozen journey of discovery for the whole family!
During your visit..
..you’ll discover traces of a world from thousands of years ago at various spots around the ZOO.
Impressive animals from the Ice Age
At various spots throughout GaiaZOO, you’ll come across life-size animals that once roamed our Earth. Some stand still, but others are surprisingly lifelike!
Meet Nival
Nival, the Ice Age girl, will take you on a journey through her story. You’ll meet her at various spots, and each time she’ll tell you a little more about the animals and their secrets.
Go exploring yourself with the treasure hunt
With Nival’s Secret Map, you’ll explore the ZOO, searching for the secrets of the Ice Age. Look carefully, discover and gather all the information.
Stories and surprises
Nival’s world comes to life in various ways. Sometimes you’ll see her. Sometimes you’ll hear her. And sometimes… you’ll suddenly realise you’re not alone…
Practical information
Event: GaiaZOO’s Ice Age
When: From 17 October 2026 to 28 February 2027
Where: GaiaZOO, Kerkrade
For whom: young and old / families
The Ice Age event is part of a standard visit to GaiaZOO.
