Here at Haus des Waldes, have you ever stopped to truly consider your connection with the forest? Haus des Waldes in Stuttgart-Degerloch is a meeting place for people and the forest. It offers every social group the chance to get closer to the forest. This contact is meant literally. You can smell, hear, see, touch, and feel the forest. Direct nature experiences are the focus here.
Haus des Waldes is a popular destination for the whole family. As one of the most natural spaces in our cultural landscape the forest has great importance as a habitat. Many animal and plant species live here. Humans also use it as a habitat. It produces wood as a renewable raw material. It offers us protection. It allows us to relax in a healthy atmosphere.
Haus des Waldes offers a holistic view of the forest. Humans are seen as part of nature. Using the forest is an important topic. This topic is covered in the programs and in the Haus des Waldes exhibition. Open events and changing exhibitions connect to other topics. These topics include forestry, art, and hunting.
Haus des Waldes has been the state competence center for forest pedagogy in Baden-Württemberg for over 30 years. It is part of ForstBW. ForstBW is the largest forestry company in the state.
Experience the forest with all your senses at Haus des Waldes. Explore the interactive permanent exhibition “StadtWaldWelt.” Walk along the barrier-free forest experience path “Sinneswandel”. Enjoy the diverse activities in the forest. There is much to see, discover, and experience.
Children and young people enjoy Haus des Waldes. Adults also get their money’s worth. The Haus des Waldes offers many things. There are programs for school classes and kindergartens. There is also vocational training to become a state-certified forest educator. Forest pedagogy training is available. There are events for adults. An open annual program offers over 100 events each year.
Haus des Waldes considers the forest holistically. It connects people with nature. It promotes understanding. It encourages responsible interaction. As you leave Haus des Waldes think about what you have experienced today. Consider your role in protecting our forests.