--- title: "10 reasons for a trip to Leipzig" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/blog/10-reasons-for-a-trip-to-leipzig" language: "en" type: "Article, BlogPosting" image: "https://dam.destination.one/923370/98152de9beef10191b587bd978b160d0acd4218f43d896619da839336d6b086a/city-skyscraper-on-augustusplatz-viewpoints-in-leipzig.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Special > Destination.Data Details > Blog" --- Share 10 reasons for a trip to Leipzig ================================ - Top highlight - 14/12/2025 City skyscraper on Augustusplatz - Viewpoints in Leipzig **"I praise my Leipzig."** Even in Goethe's Faust, Leipzig was described as **Little Paris** in the **Auerbach's Cellar** scene. A description that more than does justice to our beautiful city. Leipzig has so much to offer - it is not for nothing that tourism continues to increase year after year. Why is Leipzig so popular with people from abroad? And why are our Leipzigers so fond of this city? We have summarized **10 reasons for a trip to Leipzig** for you. Bach, Wagner and the Thomanerchor Leipzig is not only considered the **music capital of Germany**, but also one of THE music cities in the whole of Europe. Many important musicians such as **Johann Sebastian Bach** and **Robert Schumann** were active in Leipzig. **Richard Wagner** was born here and began his musical education in Leipzig. The leads right through the city center, taking you past all of the composers' homes and places of work. For those interested in music in Leipzig, we can also recommend a visit to the : The building is not only an absolute eye-catcher visually - the program is also diverse and varied. Opposite is the Gewandhaus, an equally breathtaking building in which the regularly performs. And when we talk about music in Leipzig, there's no getting around the ! As one of the **oldest choirs in the world**, it is also known for Bach's former role as director of the ensemble and also performs several times a week in Leipzig. Goosebumps feeling pre-programmed in St. Thomas Church. - Blick auf die beleuchtete Oper Leipzig mit Spiegelungen der Lichter auf dem nassen Boden des Augustusplatz die eine wahre Sehenswürdigkeit der Musikstadt Leipzig ist, Kultureinrichtung, Veranstaltungen - St. Thomas Choir in front of St. Thomas Church Leipzig - City of Music Leipzig ### Our recommendations - Museum/art collection - Venue - Venue An eventful history The **history of Leipzig** is long and impressive. If you want to trace Leipzig's history during your stay in the city, we recommend taking a look at the . This is where all the information is collected, archived and presented in exhibitions and collections. Leipzig is also known as the **City of the Peaceful Revolution**. The demonstration of 70,000 citizens on **October 9, 1989** is considered the main reason for the overthrow of the SED dictatorship that prevailed at the time. The is the former district administration of the Stasi and still shows in a permanent exhibition how things used to be done there. The offers supporting exhibitions that document the reunification process, among other things. So there is plenty to discover for history buffs! - Stadtgeschichtliches Museum Leipzig - Museums in Leipzig - Museum in der Runden Ecke - Museums in Leipzig - Forum of Contemporary History Leipzig - Museums in Leipzig ### Our recommendations - Museum/art collection - Museum/art collection - Museum/art collection The mass has been read It's not exactly rare to hear this phrase in Leipzig. Known as a , Leipzig hosts a large number of trade fairs with a wide variety of themes and content year after year. The has a total of five exhibition halls with over 111,000 square meters of covered exhibition space and 70,000 square meters of open exhibition space. In addition, the **Congress Center Leipzig** is probably one of the most modern congress and conference centers in Europe. Impressive figures that are also underlined by the steadily increasing interest of visitors in projects such as the . - New Leipzig Exhibition Center - Events in Leipzig - Event venue Congress Center Leipzig \| Leipzig Convention Bureau - Old Trade Fair - Sights in Leipzig Leisure activities en masse In addition to the many cultural opportunities, you can of course also spend your free time in Leipzig in other ways. **Shopping opportunities** can be found above all in the city center: A of a special kind is offered by **Leipzig Central Station**. It is not only the **largest terminus station in Europe**, but with the also has over 142 stores and restaurants. The diverse offering with a focus on fashion, food, consumer electronics and a comprehensive range of services inspires not only us, but also the 100,000 daily visitors. A huge shopping paradise awaits many (transit) travelers as soon as they arrive at Leipzig Central Station, making the shopping center a **meeting place for people from the region** and a popular destination for **visitors from all parts of Germany** . Here strolling and feasting on three floors is a real pleasure! The passages and courtyards invite you to stroll and store thanks to their ambience. Take a look at the , where you will find , among others. and the are also worth a visit. If you are visiting Leipzig with your family, you should definitely stop by the , one of the most beautiful zoos in Europe. Elephants, giraffes and penguins are among the animals that live here. Just outside Leipzig is the theme park . Fun, games and adventure are guaranteed here, making it perfect for an exciting **family day out**. - Mädler-Passage \| Leipzig Convention Bureau - - Höfe am Brühl - Shopping in Leipzig - - - Cobra of Amun Ra at BELANTIS Adventure Kingdom - Leipzig for families ### Our recommendations - Pedestrian zone - Pedestrian zone - Leisure park - Pedestrian zone Show more Impressive buildings If Leipzig is known for one thing, it is for its beautiful buildings. Numerous **architectural masterpieces** rise up into the sky here. One example is the , which at 91 meters high and covering an area of four hectares is one of the **largest monuments in Europe**. It is also worth taking a look at the , which boasts the **tallest town hall tower in the whole of Germany** at 114 meters. The city's churches also make for an impressive sight. A visit to Leipzig should include at least one detour to the and the . If you climb the stairs to the church towers, you are guaranteed a wonderful view over the city. - Bird's eye view of the Monument to the Battle of the Nations - Culture in Leipzig - Leipzig Ratskeller: Restaurant and event location in Leipzig - Bach memorial in front of the Thomaskirche Leipzig - City of Music Leipzig - Nikolaikirche Leipzig with Notenspur - Sights in Leipzig ### Our recommendations - Town hall - Monument - Church - Church Show more Young creative Leipzig They are artistic, productive and full of ideas: more and more young people are coming to Leipzig to give free rein to their creativity and realize their ideas. Part of the up-and-coming urban scene can definitely be found in **Plagwitz**. Also known as the **modern artists' quarter**, it attracts students, artists and start-ups almost magically. The site of the is now home to numerous galleries and exhibitions, creating a **creative art center** over the years. Renovated residential buildings and old architectural monuments are also part of the repertoire of this creative, up-and-coming district. We say: You haven't really seen Leipzig until you've strolled through our **beautiful Plagwitz**! - Tour of the spinning mill - industrial culture in Leipzig - Cotton spinning mill - industrial culture in Leipzig - Cotton spinning mill in the west of Leipzig - Industrial culture in Leipzig ### Our recommendations - Gallery Leipzig loves art Attention art lovers: If you didn't already know, Leipzig is one of Germany's art meccas. Whether you follow in the footsteps of the scene at the **Spinnerei**, the **Kunstkraftwerk** or the **Tapetenwerk** or visit the old masters at the : The city offers numerous opportunities and supports a variety of projects through targeted funding. On your next visit, why not take a look at the museums at GRASSI: At , the and also in the there are exciting insights into various thematic areas. At the , visitor-friendly opening hours (for example, Wednesdays are always open until 8 pm!) ensure flexibility - exhibitions can also be visited during the week in the evening. Regularly changing **special exhibitions** also provide plenty of variety. A special highlight: under the label **ART AFTER WORK** more take place at GRASSI at the end of the day. Special guided tours, workshops and activities also attract visitors to the museum in the evening. Another tip: A visit to the respective **permanent exhibitions** at the **Museum of Applied Arts** and the **Museum of Ethnology** has been **completely free of charge** since 1 January 2024. Do you like music and want to find out why Leipzig is known as the **City of Music**? Then we can warmly recommend a visit to the and the warmly recommend. In the , the work and creativity of the famous musician **Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy** during his time in Leipzig is honored on three floors. Among other things, you can also visit a recreation of his former apartment. With a bit of luck, you can also attend one of the great live concerts. Just check the of the house beforehand. - A bird's eye view of the Grassi Museum - Museums in Leipzig - - - - Mendelssohn House Leipzig - City of Music Leipzig - Schumann House - City of Music Leipzig ### Our recommendations - Gallery - Museum/art collection - Museum/art collection Experience nature in and around Leipzig Green spaces in a big city? It's possible in Leipzig! Hardly any other city has so much nature to offer**. Parks, rivers, lakes** - you won't be short of any of this in Leipzig. Right in the city center, for example, you can stroll through the , which in turn directly adjoins the . Or you can simply stroll along the **White Elster**, which runs through the south-western part of Leipzig. Particularly recommended in summer: the . There is no better place to relax in warm temperatures than on the beaches of **,or . Or you simply explore Leipzig via its many **waterways**, such as the ? Whether by canoe or rowing boat - the **water trips** give you the opportunity to discover impressive cityscapes, bridges and other industrial architecture from a completely new perspective. A unique experience! - View from the Bistumshöhe on Lake Cospuden - Leipziger Neuseenland - Canoe tour on the White Elster - Water City Leipzig - Johanna Park and bridge – green Leipzig - Karl Heine Canal - Waters in Leipzig - Lake Cospuden Skyline – Leipzig New Lake District Sleepless through the night Sleep in peace at night? Not in Leipzig! As in any other major city, **nightlife** plays an important role here too. The many clubs, pubs and events are particularly popular with the younger crowd. The pubs in the - also known as **Barfußgässchen** - are also particularly popular **,** or **Karl-Liebknecht-Straße,** affectionately called. Afterwards, Leipzigers are often drawn to the , one of the largest student clubs in Germany. An evening after work can be a bit longer than usual. - Blick in die tanzende Menge in der Distillery Leipzig, aufgenommen vom DJ-Pult aus; Erhöhung, Party, Bühne - Outdoor area of the Barfusz - Gastronomy in Leipzig - The spacious bar at Mephisto serves creative drinks - Gastronomien in Leipzig - - Preparation of a drink with the shaker in the Mephisto Bar Leipzig in the Mädler Passage - Modern, inviting interior of the music pub Tonelli's ### Our recommendations - Culture and event venue - Pedestrian zone - Pedestrian zone Hidden Leipzig In addition to the many well-known places in Leipzig, there are also those that are **only known to real connoisseurs**. Magical places, buildings, restaurants, streets and much more that reflect the unique flair of Leipzig. If you want to explore Leipzig off the beaten track, you should take a look at ! Here you'll find **secret places** off the beaten tourist track that even some Leipzig residents probably don't know about yet. - VARY - Hidden Leipzig Tom Williger14. December 2025 Conclusion We hope that we have been able to give you a few suggestions and reasons to visit our beautiful city. See you soon! You still have **questions**? Then get in touch **with us**! Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH Tourist Information Tel.: **+49 341 / 7104 - 260** Email: