Leipzig, Germany

Leipzig

A creative city of arcades, music history and converted factories.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Leipzig

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit St. Thomas Church, where Bach worked and is buried.
  2. AfternoonExplore the Spinnerei, a huge cotton mill turned art galleries and studios.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the Drallewatsch bar district, or in the old Auerbachs Keller.

Day 2

Visit the Monument to the Battle of the Nations, or the lakes south of the city.

What to eat

Leipziger Lerche, a marzipan pastry, and Leipziger Allerlei vegetables.

Local tips

Make the most of Leipzig

Beat the crowds

Leipzig is relaxed. The old town is lively on weekend afternoons.

Best photo spot

The old town hall on the market square, and the arcades and passages of the centre.

Getting there

Trains from Berlin take about 1.5 hours. Trams run everywhere.

Don't miss nearby

The lakes south of the city, former mines turned into swimming lakes.

Good to know

Bach worked in Leipzig for many years. The peaceful protests here in 1989 helped bring down the Berlin Wall.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Leipzig

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Plan your visit

Getting to Leipzig

Getting there

  • Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)13 km away
  • Dresden Airport (DRS)100 km away
  • Dresden100 km away
  • Erfurt100 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGermany

Questions

Leipzig: good to know

Is Leipzig worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A creative city of arcades, music history and converted factories.

How many days do you need in Leipzig?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Leipzig?

You can visit all year. Leipzig is relaxed. The old town is lively on weekend afternoons.

How do you get to Leipzig?

The nearest airport is Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), about 13 km away. Trains from Berlin take about 1.5 hours. Trams run everywhere.

What is there to see near Leipzig?

Nearby hidden places include Dresden (100 km), Erfurt (102 km) and Wernigerode (123 km).

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