The largest city in Saxony is Leipzig. You can always go on a city trip to Leipzig, the city is simply unique and diverse culturally and historically, so you can always discover something new.
The city of Leipzig was once built at the crossroads of important trade routes and developed into a transshipment point for goods. As early as 1497, the city was granted the trade fair privilege by Emperor Maximilian I and to this day the world meets at numerous trade fair events in the city.
The historic old town with its magnificent buildings, such as the Old Town Hall and St. Thomas Church, invites you to take a stroll through the city’s history. There are also architectural masterpieces from different eras to discover.

There are many cultural attractions in the city. The city is home to a variety of museums, galleries, theaters and concert halls. The alternative art galleries, many independent theater groups and the lively music scene make the city an attractive destination not only for young visitors.
Leipzig is a city of music. Famous musicians such as Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, Johann Sebastian Bach, Richard Wagner and Robert and Clara Schumann are associated with the city. Visitors can visit the places where these composers worked, such as the Bach Museum and the Mendelssohn House. The St. Thomas Boys Choir is world-famous and has been inspiring audiences with its singing since 1212.
Leipzig is a green city with many parks and green spaces. The Clara Zetkin Park, the Rosental Park and the Leipzig Auwald are just a few examples of places where visitors can enjoy nature.
City trip to Leipzig – excursion tips and places of interest

Leipzig, the lively city of culture and trade fairs in the heart of Saxony, delights visitors with its fascinating mix of history, art and modern lifestyle. Whether impressive historical buildings, idyllic parks or exciting museums - the sights in Leipzig offer something to suit every taste.

Leipzig is not just a city of music. There is much more to discover here. The museums in Leipzig offer a wide range of topics so that everyone can find something to suit their interests.

As soon as the train pulls into the Leipzig Central Station, you can see from the windows that it is not a small station. Countless tracks run in front of the building and, for a layman, there is a wild confusion of points and tracks. It's a good thing that the technology clears the right…

Leipzig is one of Germany's cultural strongholds. Famous artists were at home here, gave concerts and left their mark. The Leipzig Music Trail connects interesting places and offers the opportunity to experience a somewhat different tour of the city.

A city tour of Leipzig can be undertaken from many different perspectives, alone or with a guide. There is a lot to discover, so we set off in search of clues through the city.

The Forum of Contemporary History Leipzig, centrally located in the heart of Leipzig, not far from the historic Square of the Peaceful Revolution, is more than just a museum. It is a cultural institution dedicated to the reappraisal and presentation of German history after 1945.

As a city of musicians, Leipzig's museums offer many an interesting insight into the lives of artists. The Bach Museum in Leipzig focuses on the life and works of Johann Sebastian Bach.

We enter the entrance area of a high-rise building on Augustusplatz. Here in the Panorama Tower is the best vantage point in Leipzig, which we want to visit.

From the outside, the three-storey building looks very inconspicuous and I almost walked past the entrance. The famous Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy once lived here at Goldschmidtstraße 12 in Leipzig, and today it houses a museum.

A large building complex on Augustusplatz attracts our attention. The building is the world-famous Gewandhaus zu Leipzig, one of the most outstanding musical venues in Germany.

A stroll through the old town is a mandatory part of a weekend trip to Leipzig. We started without any plans and just had a look at interesting things on the way.

I had read a fair bit about the Monument to the Battle of the Nations in Leipzig. But once again I found evidence that reading and experiencing are two very different things. I would have loved to see my face as our hop on hop off bus stopped in front of the monument.
Culinary on the road

Leipziger Lerchen are a well-known and traditional pastry from Leipzig. A visit to Leipzig without having tried a Lerche is actually an incomplete visit.

Leipziger is famous for its Leipziger Gose. Gose is brewed in various specialized breweries in and around Leipzig and is a rather unexpected experience in terms of taste.
Leisure tips

We enter the entrance area of a high-rise building on Augustusplatz. Here in the Panorama Tower is the best vantage point in Leipzig, which we want to visit.

Leipzig is a city of culture with a wide and varied offer. A visit to the Krystallpalast Varieté Leipzig should definitely be part of your plans for your stay in the city.

You can experience a very different kind of city tour on a motorboat trip through Leipzig. We enjoyed the greenery of Leipzig as we cruised along the city's waterways.

One of the most important entries on my Leipzig bucket list was the zoo. I have been watching so many documentaries about it on TV that it was crystal clear to me: This zoo is well worth a visit.
Find a hotel in Leipzig

The former main post office building is located directly on Leipzig's Augustusplatz. Today, you can stay at the Motel One Leipzig-Post right in the heart of the city.
Centrally located and well rated at Booking.com
- Motel One Leipzig-Nikolaikirche
- Motel One Leipzig-Augustusplatz
- Motel One Leipzig-Post
- MEININGER Hotel Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- Premier Inn Leipzig City Oper
- Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Leipzig
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Travel information for Leipzig

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Arrival
By plane
Northwest of Leipzig, about 15 kilometres away, is Leipzig Halle International Airport. This is served by numerous airlines.
From the airport, it is very easy to get to Leipzig’s main railway station by S-Bahn. The long-distance railway station below the airport also has IC trains to Hanover.
By train
Leipzig’s main railway station is located to the north of the city centre. ICE trains from Hamburg, Berlin, Munich or Frankfurt am Main, for example, stop here. In addition, IC trains from Hanover, Oldenburg, Cologne or Bremen arrive in the city every hour or so.
Leipzig’s main station is the hub for regional transport to the surrounding regions. Numerous smaller and larger towns in the region are served by RE, RB and S-Bahn trains.
By bus
Leipzig’s long-distance bus terminal is located on the east side of the main railway station (on the ground floor of a multi-storey car park). Other terminals for long-distance bus services can be found at the Messer site and at the airport.
By car
Leipzig can be reached by car via the A 9 and A 14 motorways. The B 2 trunk road has four lanes and leads to the edge of the city centre.
By bike
The Berlin-Leipzig cycle path, the Pleiße cycle path, the Leipzig-Elbe cycle route and the Elster cycle path lead through the city.
On foot
The medieval trade route Via regia is part of the Ecumenical Pilgrimage Route in Leipzig. The route intersects here with the Via Imperii Way of St James.
On the way in Leipzig
By car
Leipzig has set up low emission zones which may only be entered with the green sticker. If you still drive into the low emission zone, you will have to pay a fine of €80.
Parking space is scarce in the city centre and it is advisable to leave your car in the Park&Ride car parks outside the city centre.
Public transport
The public transport network in the city is very well developed. There are 13 tram lines and numerous buses running at fairly close intervals. In addition, the S-Bahn Mitteldeutschland runs to some of the city’s surrounding districts.
The trams (except for line 2) all stop in front of Leipzig’s main railway station.
By bike
The network of cycle paths in the city is still quite incomplete and could be expanded. The most important facilities and sights are easily accessible by bicycle.
Parking
Parking garages and underground garages:
There are several multi-storey and underground parking garages in Leipzig city center where visitors can park their cars. These are often located near shopping centers, sights and other important locations. Some examples are the parking garage at Augustusplatz, the parking garage at the main train station and the parking garage at the market.
On-street parking:
There are also many public parking lots along the streets in Leipzig. These are often subject to charges and usually have a limited parking time. Parking fees vary depending on location and time of day.
Park & Ride (P+R):
Leipzig has several Park & Ride facilities where visitors can leave their car at a parking lot on the outskirts of the city and then take public transport into the city center. This is a practical way to reach the city center without having to worry about parking.
Resident parking:
In some residential areas of Leipzig, there are special parking regulations for residents. These areas are usually marked by appropriate traffic signs and parking may be restricted for non-residents.