– By Richard Varr Flickering candlelight faintly illuminates the faces of the thousands celebrating one of Leipzig’s most defining moments. Citizens cluster in and around central Augustusplatz as twilight fades into darkness for the annual Festival of Lights. Young and old clutch their candles – symbolic of when more than 70,000 thousands gathered in 1989…
For those who like originality, quirkiness and artistic touches in hotel accommodation, Leipzig is the place to visit. From rooms inside former artist studios and converted cars, to treehouses and faithfully restored rooms from the German Democratic Republic (GDR) era, a night in Leipzig is like nowhere else in the world. Hotel Paris Syndrome Hotel…
– By Natalie Harms, It’s Not Hou It’s Me Whether you’re walking past St. Thomaskirche where it’s stood since the 12th century or through the city center listening to a group of street performers harmonizing pop music, you can feel how Leipzig relishes in creativity in its past, its present and, inevitably, its future. Here…
You don’t have to travel far in Leipzig to enjoy some action out on the water as soon as the sun comes out! The city is surrounded by magnificent lakes where you can spend a day, a week or a month on a vacation with sea, sand and sports for company. Here are some of…
If you prefer rummaging for unique treasures to big shopping chains and shiny shopping malls, Leipzig is the city for you! Full of flea markets and vintage shopping opportunities, here are some of the most original spots for pre-loved shopping in Leipzig. Antique and flea market at the racecourse Undercover strolling at Feinkost Junk and…
Leipzig is an old industrial city and when Germany was reunified in the 1990s, many of the old industrial buildings were abandoned. Now a city of art and creativity – with many people flocking to Leipzig to start up their own creative ventures – Leipzig’s industrial buildings have been given a new lease of life….
More than just a historical, cultural and artistic centre, Leipzig also offers a shopping experience in Germany like no other. The vibe and trends in Leipzig are wide-ranging, which is reflected in the huge variety of shops selling original wares. While fashion chains and department stores sate the shopping appetite of some, small boutiques and…
Sparkling, glittering and magical – Leipzig is a heavenly place at Christmas. The city and surrounding region lights up, the delicious scents from warming food fills the air and bright, crisp days put a smile on everyone’s face. Here’s our ultimate guide to the best Christmas markets in Leipzig and the surrounding region, ready for…
Even if you only have a weekend to spare in Leipzig, you can still take in everything from culinary spectacles and orchestras, to cycling tours and one of the largest indoor rainforests in the world. Here’s how. Day 1: Morning Day 1: Afternoon Day 1: Evening Day 2: Morning Day 2: Afternoon Day 2: Evening…
Leipzig is the holy grail of German cities for vegans – hailed the country’s most vegan-friendly city by PETA. Here’s your ultimate guide to the vegan establishments of Leipzig. Shopping Snacks Restaurants Sweet tooth Vegan Atlas of Leipzig Shopping If you’re cooking for yourself while staying in Leipzig, or need to pick up some vegan…
