The Potsdam Biosphere was designed to offer every visitor an unrestricted tropical experience. Its layout also allows guests with various disabilities to fully enjoy the unique diversity of the tropical house.
For people with learning difficulties or intellectual disabilities
The Biosphere offers an easy-to-understand guidance system with clear signage. Contact persons are available at all times if needed, and tours can be customized and tailored to your individual needs. Visitors can experience the flora and fauna with all their senses. The staff is experienced in working with this target group and can also assist with questions regarding arrival and departure.
For deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors
Guided tours are available upon request. Groups bringing a sign language or speech interpreter are happy to be accompanied. All important information is also available in written form.
For blind and visually impaired visitors
The paths are clearly visible, but no audible guidance is provided. There is no guidance system for the blind, so an accompanying person is recommended. Dangerous areas are secured and marked. The elevator has raised-print buttons, but no audible announcement of the floors.
For people with limited mobility
Visitors have designated parking spaces and step-free access to the building. The paths in the Tropical Hall are paved and wide enough for wheelchairs. Ramps and elevators allow for a complete tour. The café, restaurant, reception, and ticket office are also step-free. Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are available, and free wheelchairs are available for loan.