History

Lion history

3 milestones tracing the story of Lion.

3Events
1972Start
2023Latest
  1. 1972Opening
    Bellewaerde1 source

    Lions join the safari expansion

    A new lion habitat opens within Bellewaerde’s safari. The small Nairobi trains cross the area, creating an encounter with big cats from a moving attraction.

  2. 2012Other event
    Bellewaerde1 source

    A viewpoint offers a new view of the lions

    An elevated platform complements views from the paths and train. The new viewpoint makes it easier to understand the lion habitat and its relationship with the other big cats of India.

  3. 2023Refurbishment
    Bellewaerde1 source

    The lion habitat is completely redesigned

    The 2023 animal redevelopment creates new walkways and views over the big cats. The former viewpoint disappears in favour of a route more fully integrated with the renewed habitats.

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