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Culture Trio

Dresden - Leipzig - Weimar

Three Cities – One Cultural Experience

The Central German cultural trio Dresden – Leipzig – Weimar brings together world-famous musical traditions, UNESCO World Heritage and living history. Whether the Semperoper and Frauenkirche in Dresden, Bach and modernity in Leipzig, or Goethe, Schiller and the Bauhaus in Weimar – a compact area offers a complete cultural experience with wide appeal. 

The route combines the themes of music, art and castles and palaces in particular to create an impressive journey of discovery. Leipzig is ideally suited as a central base for thematically combined trips through the cultural region.

Dresden 

Das Bild zeigt die Silhoutte Dresden ab dem Elbufer
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Dresden combines Baroque splendor with vibrant culture. The Old Town, magnificent palaces and villas tell of a rich history. Top-class concerts, important museums and festivals such as the Dresden Music Festival delight culture lovers. The Elbe landscape, with vineyards and romantic places, rounds out the experience.

Leipzig

Die ehemaligen Buntgarnwerke liegen direkt am Wasser.
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Leipzig fascinates with a unique mix of music, art, history and nature. As a city of music rich in tradition, it inspires visitors with Bach, the Gewandhaus Orchestra and the Bach Festival. Art lovers will find a renowned center for contemporary art in the former cotton mill. 

Weimar

Der Blick auf das Stadtschloss Weimar von der Bastille in Weimar aus. Davor ist eine Weise mit Menschen.
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Weimar – UNESCO City of Poets, Thinkers and Designers – combines classical heritage, musical tradition and Bauhaus avant-garde. Places such as Goethe’s House, the Franz Liszt University of Music and the Bauhaus Museum bring history and culture to life. The charming old town invites you to discover and enjoy.

Your contacts for the Culture Trio
Music
Bild von einem spielenden Orchester.
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Leipzig

Leipzig is the City of Music.

Important composers such as J.S. Bach and Mendelssohn wrote their musical masterpieces here. With the Gewandhaus, Leipzig Opera and St. Thomas Boys Choir, Leipzig’s classical heart continues to beat. Through festivals such as the Bach Festival and the Jazz Festival, as well as a vibrant music scene, Leipzig inspires with the full diversity of its lively musical culture.

Experience music in Leipzig

Art

Leipzig

Art in Leipzig is vibrant, diverse and full of contrasts. 

A particular highlight is the Leipziger Spinnerei – a centre for contemporary art amid impressive industrial heritage. The Museum of Fine Arts Leipzig (MdbK) and the Grassi Museum also make a major contribution to Leipzig’s creative scene: the MdbK offers a diverse selection of contemporary exhibitions, while the Grassi Museum presents applied art and design.

In einem der Ausstellungsräume in der alten Baumwollspinnerei Leipzig betrachten die Besucher die Ausstellungsstücke
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Art highlights in Leipzig

Castles and Palaces
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Leipzig

Leipzig’s palaces and castles bring history to life.

From the impressive Colditz Castle with its eventful past to Saxony’s most beautiful knight’s castle, Kriebstein Castle, the region delights visitors with its historical splendour. Magnificent architecture, expansive parks and picturesque locations make them real highlights for an excursion into the historic surrounding area.

Castles and Palaces in Leipzig

Suggested programme

3 days in Leipzig

What your stay could look like

Discover Leipzig with a carefully curated suggested itinerary. For custom (group) offers, please contact our booking service. You can find contacts for the cities of Weimar and Dresden here.


The city's short distances are best explored with the Leipzig Card. You can get route information in the LeipzigMOVE App.

More information for tour operators

  • Overview of all services for tour operators

  • Digital tools such as the Explore Leipzig app to inspire customers

  •  Information on coach travel, group travel, accessible offers & excursion tips