parks in Leipzig
Relaxation in nature is closer than you might think. Leipzig has more than 20 beautiful, lush parks No matter which part of town you live in: In Leipzig, the next green space is not far away. So grab a picnic blanket, relax and watch the clouds in the sky. In Palm Garden For example, you will find the necessary Restto read a book. The lively Clara Zetkin Park also invites you to Barbecue with friends Of course, you can also be active in sports. Whether slacklining or playing Frisbee – here you have space to let off steam.
In addition, you can find out on our blog which of the most beautiful parks in Leipzig suits you best.
Maybe you prefer something a little smaller but at least as green? Then let's go and head to the Botanical Garden of the University of Leipzig. On 3,5 hectares you can grow around 10.000 different plant species of oldest botanical garden in Germany The Botanical Garden also offers a variety of interesting Events .
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On the trail of nature in Zoo Leipzig
Should it South America, Asia, Africa or maybe the complete Rainforest be? All at once, please! In Zoo Leipzig you don't have to decide. Because here you go on a little trip around the world - and all in the middle of Leipzig. This is how the Gondwanaland into the world of the jungle. With around 500 different plants and around 200 animal species on 16.500 square meters, it is the largest tropical hall in EuropeThe zoo's spacious outdoor enclosure is just as unique in summer. At this time of year, the Kiwara Kopje and Savannah are home to African savannah dwellers roam freely: from giraffes to zebras, black rhinos, cheetahs and hussar monkeys to the feathered ostrich. Right next door, the spotted hyenas run through the summer sun on their own “kopje”, for which the Zoo Leipzig which makes world's most successful breeding to be recorded.
In the evenings after the end of regular opening hours, special events such as the “Hakuna Matata” in the zoo, where young and old can be transported to sub-Saharan Africa for an evening with live music, dances, fire shows and traditional cuisine.
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Culture for the whole family
Culture with children - is this even possible on a short holiday in Leipzig? Definitely! Get an overview of the City Museums and find your favorite.
A visit to a museum during the holidays? Perhaps not the most obvious option for the little ones. However, there are numerous facilities in Leipzig that are not only informative, but where inquisitive kids can also be active and try things out. Mendelssohn House there is a separate program for children, which celebrates the life and work of the famous composer, pianist and conductor Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy in Leipzig actively and playfully. The Effectorium invites you to try your hand at conducting a virtual orchestra, while the comprehensive Workshop program of the house invites you to participate and discover.
But things also get really creative in the Unikatum Children's Museum! Summer holidays are really fun here! Currently you can find great Exhibitions Visit: An interactive virtual reality hands-on exhibition in the VR-Lab, the experience exhibition The Invention of the Future, the world of games and crafts The Kingdom of Fantasy and brand new: An outdoor exhibition under the motto Zoo of Mythical Creatures.
Build robots and program computer games at the holiday camp? Perform on stage in music and theatre within a week? Immerse yourself in the circus for a week? Or would you prefer to learn to produce electronic music, photos or films in a workshop? socio-cultural center "The Villa“ in the heart of Leipzig, all this is possible this summer. A wide range of holiday offers invites the kids to gain great experiences… and at the same time gain input into what they might become later.
On the trail of nature in the Leipzig region: Nestled in wild hills and between numerous castles waiting for the Kriebstein Dam We look forward to your visit. The dam includes the largest hydroelectric power plant in Saxony and the lake created for this purpose is the perfect destination. Here you can dreamlike scenery sailing, swimming and camping, in the “Kriebelland“ tree houses and a high ropes course await you, tours are offered on the lake itself and hiking trails around the lake invite you to explore. The fairytale Kriebstein Castle for young and old visitors and directly on the shore, the Kriebstein Lake Stage performed by the Central Saxon Theater throughout the summer.
If you haven’t had enough of Kriebstein Castle, we can recommend Rochlitz Castle Festival recommend. Because on Rochlitz Castle On 17 and 18 August it is time to go to medieval spectacle! The castle on the banks of the Mulde will then once again be the scene of a medieval market with all the trimmings: villains, dragons and jugglers, accompanied by bagpipe melodies. In general, Rochlitz Castle offers a completely family-friendly summer vacation program for students: The kids get the opportunity to deal with various medieval topics - among other things, they can try out swords and bows. The rooms of the castle are also available for Visit open.
The holiday program here is one thing above all: diverse. You can also learn a lot about the history of the place. And of course the best way to learn is by Join us.
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High up on the Mockau climbing tower
During the holidays you have plenty of time to doing sports and To try new things, At the Mockau climbing tower come climbing fans While the large tower used to be a water tank – which supplied the whole of Mockau with water – you will find a Climbing Secured with a rope and hooks, you can then climb high. If you are a bit more adventurous, you can leave the rope out altogether – because in the climbing hall there are also bouldering walls, where you can get to know this very special sport. The climbing rock K4 in the west of Leipzig offers you a unforgettable climbing experience. It also contains a Peculiarity: It was built from demolished concrete slabs from former GDR high-rise buildings in Grünau. You can find out where else you can climb in Leipzig on our climbing blog.
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Time to cool down – outdoor pools in Leipzig
If the lake is too cold, too sunny or too far away, you can also enjoy the Leipzig outdoor pools. Schreberbad is the oldest bathing facility still in use and still has a lot to offer. Not only paddling pool, swimming pool and non-swimmer pool are waiting for you, but also volleyball courts and table tennis tables. If you prefer something more natural and without chlorine and chemicals, you should Ökobad Lindenthal pay a visit.
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Water Fun in Leipzig
In summer, cooling down is good. Leipzig has many Waterwayswhere you can refresh yourself. For example, you can city port You can not only rent canoes and dragon boats, but also stand-up paddling boards. This is the best way to explore the Karl-Heine-KanalFor a truly idyllic experience, we also recommend the paddling tour along the Elstermühlgraben - right across the floodplain forest to Lake Cospuden. You're not really into water? No problem! The city harbor also invites you to play beach volleyball. Beach feeling guaranteed!
Even more beach feeling - without having to drive to the sea - is practically right on Leipzig's doorstep. Leipzig Neuseenland comprises about 20 lakes. Where brown coal used to be mined, you can now swim in the flooded open-cast mines. The most famous lakes include the already mentioned Cospudener See, as well as the Kulkwitzer See and the Markkleeberger Lake. Swimming here almost has a Caribbean feel, because the water is crystal clear. Well then, let's get in there!
If you have had enough of swimming, then a round trip on one of the excursion steamers is the right thing for you. The MS Santa Barbara takes you directly over the Zwenkauer See. With the passenger shipping company in Neuseenland On the other hand, it goes on the Markkleeberger and Störmthaler See over the water.
Also the Hainer Lake is worth a trip. Here you can not only swim and enjoy regional, Mediterranean cuisine, but also spend the night in one of the 20 new holiday apartments right on the bay. You can also find accommodation for the night in Seepark Auenhain, where you can look directly out over the water of Lake Markkleeberg at dusk. There are more Accommodation options for your trip.
Cooling, Adrenalin and 10 out of 10 points on the coolness scale: whitewater rafting in Canoe Park Markkleeberg is simply the perfect holiday activity! Together as a team and with a raft guide at your side, you will embark on a unique adventure. You can also learn to surf in the canoe park under supervision: A "standing wave“ makes it possible! There is also a pole for surf rookies to hold on to, while the pros can have fun surfing at special times. Aside from that, there is also DUO rafting, hydrospeed, whitewater kayaking, bodyboarding, as well as dragon boat and team canoe trips on offer. Our advice: It's best to book your place for the foaming, beautiful rapids fun early. The canoe park is always very busy!
No less challenging, but with an extremely high fun factor, the big water fun park from All-on-Sea am Schladitzer See on you. However, this cannot be explained, you just have to experience it yourself.
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adventure trip into the surrounding area
Action and fun for the whole family can be found in East Germany's largest amusement park BELANTIS. You can find the park in Leipzig Neuseenland, near the Lake Cospuden. Eight themed worlds can be discovered here. Especially for Adrenaline junkies There is a lot to discover here. Our highlight: A ride on the HURACAN. With this thing you rush down at a 95° gradient. The family roller coaster "Cobra of Amun Ra"Even the little ones can try this roller coaster. Kids as young as four can ride.
Technology fans and history buffs will also be happy just a stone’s throw away. Mining Technology Park you will experience why and how the New Lakeland became what it is today. Imposing steel giants form the authentic backdrop, where you can learn about the mining cycle of open-cast lignite mining. This was and is Leipzig's history at your fingertips.
How long does it take to build a car? How do you become a test driver? And why is Porsche Weddings celebrated every day? Questions that should be particularly interesting for younger guests and visitors interested in technology. tour Through the production facilities of the well-known automobile manufacturer, you will learn how the Porsche Panamera and the Macan are created here in Leipzig. Behind the tax The kids are allowed to sit down – only in the stationary sports car, of course. Unless they get factory tour a separate ticket for a trip as Co-Pilot on the Porsche test track. That is also possible here.
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Camping in the region
camping and Holiday with the mobile home are absolutely trendy. All the better that you can pursue this perfectly in the Leipzig region!
Our tip: The CampsiteSeepark Auenhain, which is located directly above the Markkleeberger See Here you can find a total of six caravan pitches The holiday park has 32 holiday homes and 12 holiday apartments as well as a pool and sauna paradise. A restaurant is also part of the complex.
Campers can use all the facilities and services of the holiday park on site. All pitches are paved and have their own electricity connection. "Haus Waschbär" For example, there are showers, a washing machine and a dryer available. Fun is also guaranteed for the little guests: The children's playhouse "Seahorse" and a private Adventure playground are here ready for conquest.
The Seepark Auenhain is also the perfect starting point to explore the surrounding area. The Markkleeberger Lake with its natural beach, the canoe parkthe adventure golf course or the climbing park - there is a lot to see and experience here. But it is also a starting point for bike tours The Seepark could not be better located in terms of the adjacent city or the extensive southern area.
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Cycling in the region
Get on your bike! Leipzig and the region are perfect by bicycle However, if you don’t have your own, you can nextbik to You can rent a bike and return it at many places in the city. One of the most popular tours is the Neuseenland cycle route. This will take you to nine lakes along to numerous bathing opportunities. That's why the motto here is: don't forget to pack your bathing suit!
You can also take an extended tour on the Mulde cycle path Here you will drive through small romantic towns with medieval centres and past former mansions. From most old town center Central Germany in Grimm to nationwide oldest castle in Spice up It is a two-hour bike ride. On the way, for example, the Trebsen Castle to a tour and hearty delicacies from the castle kitchen.
The forest and heath landscape, which lies north of Bad Duben is also inviting you to a idyllic family outing by bike. From the spa town you can set off on long bike tours or take a leisurely ride on the Dübener Heide cable car to various places, from where you can start your own excursion. Bad Düben itself also offers a mud bath and Heide-Spa enough space for parents to relax and for their children to splash around.
Do you want to go on more great bike trips? We have the most beautiful Cycling routes in and around Leipzig.
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Over hill and dale: Hiking in the region
You really don’t have to go to the Alps to go hiking. Beautiful mountains and hiking trails There are also in Saxony. The Leipzig region is perfect for a day trip. While northeast of Leipzig the Saxon heathland with the idyllic Dahlen and Düben heaths invites you to visit, the Wermsdorf Forest awaits you a little further east. With its numerous ponds and wild, romantic river landscapes, this forest invites you to take tours along the Mulde and Elbe. During your hike in the Saxon Burgenland you have to be careful that you don't get lost in the abundance of impressive castles, palaces and cultural treasures your breath doesn't stop.
For further inspiration, check out Hikes in the Leipzig Region we would also recommend to you.
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The party is starting!
Highfield Festival
Whether Macklemore, Rise Against, Cro, Peter Fox or The Kooks… the list of top-class acts at this year’s Highfield Festival is long. On the Magdeborn peninsula in Störmthaler See Located the event is like a short vacation with its own beach, good mood and unforgettable memories. Particularly adventurous: From Ferris wheel From here you can enjoy a unique view of the entire lake and the festival grounds!
West Wing Summer Festival
For the annual Summer festival of West Wing Puppet Theater This year, Hähnelstraße in the west of Leipzig is being transformed into a low-budget campsite - a spontaneous holiday paradise for the whole family, practically right on your doorstep. The West Wing is not just a children's theatre, but Puppet theater for all ages. The focus here is on playing with a wide variety of objects – even curious little machines are often built. Directly on the trendy Karl-Heine-Straße After getting to know the art of the house, you can also explore the diverse culinary arts the most popular trendy mile in western Leipzig.
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Short break in Leipzig with the Leipzig Card
Use the holidays to discover Leipzig on a short break! The Leipzig Card makes it easy for you. Because no matter whether for one or three days, alone or in a groupWith the Leipzig Card you have free ride on all tram, bus and S-Bahn lines as well as on local trains (RE, RB, MRB) in tariff zone 110 of the Central German Transport Association. You also save up to 50 percent in museums, at cultural events, as well as in restaurants and cafés. If you want to explore the surrounding area, then get the Leipzig Regio Card and take a trip to Leipzig's New Lake District.
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We wish you unforgettable holidays in Leipzig!
Do you have any questions about your short break in Leipzig? Then feel free to contact us!
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