--- title: "Flying high - climbing in Leipzig and the region" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/blog/climbing-in-leipzig-and-the-region" language: "en" type: "Article, BlogPosting" image: "https://dam.destination.one/873957/a4c3e4c15324a8f7b261df2cd7a7809c0895464e38d67d0fed05ba7dc388cd77/climbing-rocks-hidden-leipzig.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Special > Destination.Data Details > Blog" --- Share Flying high - climbing in Leipzig and the region ================================================ - Top highlight - 18/04/2019 Climbing rocks - Hidden Leipzig Are you absolutely free from giddiness or simply love to take on a **challenge**? Are you **a passionate climber** or do you want to try this **great sport** for the first time? In **Leipzig and the region**, **climbing pros and beginners** can scale steep rock faces, treetops and even an old water tower. We'll show you where you can go high up. Are you ready? Climbing gyms **Leipzig's climbing gyms** are the ideal starting point for **climbing enthusiasts** with **different levels of experience**. As soon as you have put on your climbing harness, helmet and shoes correctly, you can get started on the climbing walls. The **different colored routes** indicate the **level of difficulty**. All beginners among you will feel particularly well looked after in the **climbing gyms**, as the staff always ensure your safety as **competent contacts**. All **Leipzig climbing gyms** also offer courses so that you can soon master the basics of climbing and secure each other with ropes and harnesses. If you don't want to climb quite so high, Leipzig is also the right place for you: there are numerous **bouldering gyms** in our beautiful city. With this **fashionable climbing variant**, you don't have to climb quite as high as with the classic version. You don't have to secure yourself with ropes either, as thick mats on the floor ensure a soft fall in case of doubt. **Bouldering** is therefore particularly **well suited** for beginners! **But there are also virtually no limits to the difficulty levels for **real sports enthusiasts**. Another plus point for climbing and bouldering halls is that they can be visited regardless of the weather, so you don't have to miss out on your **summit** even on a **rainy day**.** We would therefore like to briefly introduce you to **Leipzig's climbing and bouldering halls** below. So you can choose your favorite and dare the **rare ascent**! **:** Not far from , you will find over 200 climbing routes for all levels of difficulty in **Central Germany's largest indoor climbing hall**. No Limit also offers you a **bouldering area** as well as equipment for hire and a **bistro for refreshments** in between. In addition to **climbing courses** for all levels, you can also celebrate **children's birthdays** and other occasions here. **:** The No Limit bouldering hall is located not far from the No Limit climbing hall. All fans of the **trend sport of bouldering** will be happy here. Without a safety rope and with soft mats as a safety device, you can venture **up to a height of 4.50 m**. You can also find **courses for beginners to advanced** here to learn how to boulder and perfect your technique. **:** Bouldering is also a big thing in Plagwitz. In the Kosmos bouldering hall, you'll find the best conditions for shimmying along the artificial rocks. **Every Friday, the climbing routes are rearranged**, so there's never a dull moment. In addition to **bouldering courses**, you can also train your body and mind with various **yoga courses** and relax with a **massage**. You are guaranteed to leave the hall exhausted, relaxed and satisfied after a day in the cosmos. **:** A special climbing offer can be found south of Leipzig city center at the Artistenkombinat. The **Center for Juggling and Artistry** has set up a climbing hall on its premises, which is available exclusively for **adult and children's courses** as well as for closed events such as **climbing birthdays** or **company events**. Take a look at the upcoming courses! Climbing forests and high ropes courses A completely **different type of climbing**, but one that is no less **fun and thrilling** can be found in the so-called **high ropes courses**. These facilities are becoming increasingly popular. High up in the treetops or between artificially erected poles, numerous **creative obstacles** lead you along various courses. From swinging planks to suspension bridges, Tarzan ropes and fast-paced zip lines, there is everything to test your **skill and courage**. The courses are at different heights and you decide for yourself how far above the safe ground you want to venture. Climbing in the climbing garden is always safe, as you are not only equipped with a **special safety system**, but also receive **comprehensive instruction** and always have the opportunity to ask the trained staff for help. Idyllically situated on **Lake Albrechtshain**, the first **high ropes course** on our list invites you to enjoy **climbing adventures** in the great outdoors. The operators of the have set up 11 courses with over 100 climbing elements between the tall deciduous trees on the shore of the lake. You can easily spend the whole day here and try your hand at the various obstacles. Who will be the most skillful and fastest through the courses and who will shine with **fearlessness** on the fast-paced zip lines? The **Leipzig Climbing Park** is fun for **large and small groups**, as well as private **parties and company events**. Our next **high ropes course** is particularly impressive with its breathtaking view over the . At , you can climb between 24 wooden poles at heights of up to 12 meters over creative and nerve-wracking obstacles. The courses are laid out in **different levels of difficulty** and heights, so that beginners, sports enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies alike will have fun. Tip: Reward your courage afterwards with a snack in the adjacent **Bistro** with a view over the ! The village of **Kriebstein** is mainly known to many for the castle of the same name. But did you know that you can also go climbing there? In the , you can swing your way to lofty heights on **seven different courses** with a total of **95 climbing elements**. Beginner, advanced or pro? It doesn't matter, because **there is a suitable route for every level of difficulty**. Keeping your balance is particularly important, as you have to negotiate dizzy net bridges, rickety wooden planks and swinging ropes. So it's time to train your **own sense of balance** and face the adventure! You want to venture onto **exciting courses** at lofty heights, even if the weather doesn't really play ball? No problem! At **Nova Eventis** (just a few kilometers outside Leipzig's city limits) there is an . Here you can indulge in maximum climbing fun on **8 courses** and **76 climbing elements365 days a year**. With its 1,700 square meters, the indoor high ropes course is in no way inferior to its outdoor counterparts. The number of climbers is limited so that everyone can have fun climbing the obstacles without long waiting times, which is why you should definitely book in advance. Then nothing will stand in the way of your **high ropes adventure** under the roof of the large shopping paradise . - Climbing forest; Brücke - Climbing forest, climbing trail - Eine Frau klettert im Kletterpark am Markkleeberger See hoch über der Erde mit Blick auf den See, Freizeitaktivität, Familienausflug - Kriebstein climbing forest ### Our recommendations - Climbing - Climbing Outdoor climbing fun If the **sun is shining** and you're drawn to the outdoors, then you should consider heading to the **outdoor climbing spots** in . We'll tell you where you can climb towards the blue sky. The kicks off our list. The over 100-year-old **water tower in Leipzig-Mockau** has long since swapped its original function for the title of "**the most unusual climbing wall in Leipzig"**. Today, you can **climb up to 40 meters** and enjoy the **incredible view**. However, the climbing tower is not just an outdoor wall. The inside of the tower also joins the ranks of the **Leipzig climbing halls** and you can also try your hand at the **high inner walls of the tower** in bad weather and even use a **bouldering area**. Another **unique feature in Leipzig** is the which stands out in the middle of the residential area in the western district of Grünau. Here, an **artificial rock** 21 meters high was created **from old concrete slabs** of the characteristic GDR buildings. The old building material was given a second life, which is now enjoyed by all **climbing enthusiasts**, who can climb to the summit on **30 different routes** and sign the **summit book**. Incidentally, the K4 also has its own **bouldering area** - even **under the open sky**. Last but not least, don't forget to take a look at the Leipzig region, which impresses with its natural rock faces and great . Near **near Leipzig**, there are two old quarries, the **Ostbruch** and the Westbruch, which were developed by climbers in the early 20th century. While the **East Quarry is suitable for beginners and families**, the West Quarry requires a little more experience. To the east of is the so-called , where Holzberg, Spielberg and Gaudlitzberg are further rock faces with many **different levels of difficulty** waiting for you. If this **outdoor fun** is a little too tricky for you, you will find plenty of other places to let off steam, balance at lofty heights or simply take your first safe steps in the **adrenaline-charged world of climbing** in one of the numerous climbing parks in the region! - Climbing rocks - Hidden Leipzig - KletterTurm in Mockau - Sports facilities in Leipzig ### Our recommendations - Climbing - Climbing Lena Kastenmeier18. April 2019 Conclusion Have you also been bitten by the **climbing bug**? Whether **climbing hall, bouldering, natural rock** or **high ropes course** - in Leipzig and the region, everyone will find their **summit** to climb. We wish you lots of **fun and courage!** Do you still have **questions**? Then please **get in touch with us**! **Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH** **Social media editorial team** **Tel +49 (0)341 7104-340** **Mail:**