Nordsøen Oceanarium
Northern Europe's largest aquarium
Northern Europe's largest aquarium in Hirtshals offers an exciting underwater adventure with 75 aquariums, over 7,000 sea creatures, and 16,000 m² of space. Explore shipwrecks, catch crabs, touch starfish, meet seals, and dive into the secrets of the North Sea. With experiences both indoors and outdoors, great sea adventures await!
Dive into the experiences:
Spring in the Deep: Experience the Tiny Miracles of the Sea
Spring brings new life to the North Sea Oceanarium, where guests can dive into the fascinating theme of eggs and youngsters. Here, the whole family gains a unique insight into the ocean's wild nursery and the many different ways life begins beneath the surface. Visitors can explore the many aquariums to find hidden egg capsules and spot the tiny fish that have just entered the world. It is an educational journey through nature's cycle, offering plenty of opportunities to learn about everything from the distinctive eggs of rays to playful seals in the spring sun. An inspiring day under the sea awaits all curious souls.
Read more about "Eggs and Youngsters"
Did you know about the seals?
- The Sealarium is filled with 800,000 liters of seawater.
- Seals can sleep in the water and will automatically surface for air approximately every 5–6 minutes without waking up.
- An adult gray seal typically eats around 2–3 kg of food per day.
- The Oceanarium tank holds a massive 4.5 million liters of seawater.
- An adult harbor seal typically consumes between 3–5 kg of fish daily.
Exciting events for the whole family all year round
At the North Sea Oceanarium, exciting events are held all year round, ranging from the "Herring of the Year" to concerts and special exhibitions. Explore them all here.
