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Aug 30, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
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Explore the Richness of Erlangen Botanical Garden

Home to around 4,000 plant species, the Erlangen Botanical Garden was founded in 1626. Originally established in Altdorf bei Nürnberg, it moved to its current site in 1828.

This academic garden, associated with the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, showcases diverse flora in both outdoor settings and greenhouses, including a notable artificial Neischl Grotto from 1906.

Must-See Features

  • 🌱 Extensive Plant Collection
  • 🏞️ Neischl Grotto Reconstruction
  • 📚 Herbarium Erlangense

Accessible to the public, the garden is free and welcomes tourists, families, and plant enthusiasts alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Erlangen Botanical Garden

Historical Origins

Founded in 1626 as hortus medicus in Altdorf bei Nürnberg, initial botanical studies laid the groundwork for today’s garden.

Neischl Grotto

The grotto, reconstructed in 1907, is recognized for its historical significance and received a preservation award in 2008.

Herbarium Collection

The Herbarium Erlangense houses around 158,000 specimens from various global plant species.

Location

Loschgestr. 1-3

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