Which Zoos Have Pandas in Europe?
Several European zoos still host giant pandas under Chinese loan agreements in 2026 — but returns happen. Use this list as a starting point, then verify each zoo before you travel.
Quick answer
Which zoos have pandas in Europe? As of early-to-mid 2026, commonly cited European hosts include Pairi Daiza (Belgium), ZooParc de Beauval (France), Zoo Berlin (Germany), Schönbrunn (Austria), Copenhagen Zoo (Denmark), Ouwehands Zoo in Rhenen (Netherlands), and Madrid Zoo (Spain). The United Kingdom has no giant pandas after Edinburgh’s return in December 2023; Finland’s Ähtäri returned its pair in November 2024.
Cross-check the U.S. panda zoos guide and worldwide list if you are planning multi-continent travel.
European Zoos With Giant Pandas
Europe’s panda map is a handful of high-profile zoos operating under Chinese ownership / loan contracts. Breeding successes (like Berlin’s twins) make headlines — and also complicate “who is still there?” when cubs later return to China.
Treat every row in the table as verify-before-travel, not as a permanent guarantee.
European giant panda hosts — verify before travel (2026)
| Country | Zoo | Known pandas / notes |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | Pairi Daiza | Hao Hao, Xing Hui (and offspring as applicable — verify) |
| France | ZooParc de Beauval | Long-running French panda program — verify current individuals |
| Germany | Zoo Berlin | Meng Meng, Jiao Qing; twins Leni & Lotti (status of each animal can change — verify) |
| Austria | Tiergarten Schönbrunn (Vienna) | Verify current pair on zoo site |
| Denmark | Copenhagen Zoo | Verify current pair on zoo site |
| Netherlands | Ouwehands Zoo (Rhenen) | Verify current pair on zoo site |
| Spain | Madrid Zoo | Jin Xi, Zhu Yu — verify |
| United Kingdom | — | No giant pandas (Edinburgh returned Dec 2023) |
| Finland | — | Ähtäri returned Nov 2024 — not a current host |
Notes by Country
These short notes highlight well-known pairs; individual animals can move. Always prefer the zoo’s own announcements.
Belgium — Pairi Daiza
Pairi Daiza is one of Europe’s best-known panda destinations, associated with Hao Hao and Xing Hui. Confirm which animals are currently on public exhibit before you go.
France — ZooParc de Beauval
ZooParc de Beauval has been a flagship French panda host with a dedicated habitat and strong visitor demand. Check Beauval’s site for the current animals and any timed viewing rules.
Germany — Zoo Berlin
Zoo Berlin is widely associated with Meng Meng and Jiao Qing, and with twins Leni and Lotti. Twin births raise conservation and loan questions — cub return timelines mean the public roster can change. Verify who is on exhibit.
Austria, Denmark, Netherlands, Spain
Schönbrunn (Vienna), Copenhagen Zoo, Ouwehands (Rhenen), and Madrid Zoo (Jin Xi, Zhu Yu) are regularly listed among European hosts. Confirm each institution individually — loan end dates are not synchronized across Europe.
United Kingdom and Finland — No Longer Current
The UK currently has no giant pandas. Edinburgh Zoo’s pair returned to China in December 2023. Do not list UK zoos as panda destinations in 2026 trip plans.
Finland’s Ähtäri Zoo returned its pandas in November 2024. Do not list Ähtäri as a current European panda zoo.
How to Verify a European Panda Visit
Open the zoo’s official website (or verified social channels) and look for a current giant panda page, not a 2022 travel blog. Check whether animals are on exhibit, whether any are off-habitat for health reasons, and whether tickets require timed entry.
For country-level politics and loan structure, see Which Countries Have Pandas in Zoos?. For U.S. options, see Which Zoos Have Pandas in the U.S.?.
Frequently asked questions
Which European zoos have giant pandas?+
As of 2026, commonly cited hosts include Pairi Daiza (Belgium), ZooParc de Beauval (France), Zoo Berlin (Germany), Schönbrunn (Austria), Copenhagen Zoo (Denmark), Ouwehands in Rhenen (Netherlands), and Madrid Zoo (Spain). Always verify before travel.
Are there pandas in the UK?+
No. Edinburgh Zoo returned its giant pandas to China in December 2023. The United Kingdom does not currently host giant pandas.
Does Finland still have pandas?+
No. Ähtäri Zoo returned its pandas in November 2024. Do not plan a Finland panda visit based on older articles.
Who owns Europe’s zoo pandas?+
Giant pandas outside mainland China are typically owned by China and loaned under cooperative agreements. Zoos do not usually “own” the animals permanently.
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