University of Regensburg cafeteria closed due to dormouse infestation

The cafeteria at the University of Regensburg's sports center has been closed since July following the discovery of a dormouse population on the premises. Maria Haag, spokesperson for the Studierendenwerke Niederbayern/Oberpfalz, stated that the closure is due to hygiene risks posed by the animals.

While a basic cleaning has been performed, the facility will remain closed until further testing confirms the building is in an impeccable condition. The infestation is limited to the sports center cafeteria, and other dining halls, including the chemistry cafeteria located 500 meters away, remain open to students.

Dormice are a protected species. Officials have not yet confirmed the exact number of animals involved or whether they are still present in the building.