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White water rafting in the canoe park on Lake Markkleeberg
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- 23/09/2021

View of the white water facility in the Markkleeberg Canoe Park for the paddling festival with numerous sports enthusiasts in canoes on the water, water sports, leisure activity

Summer is leaving Leipzig and fall is here. What could be better than taking advantage of the mild autumn temperatures in one of Leipzig's many lakes? As a , Leipzig naturally offers **various options** for water lovers. For an **ultimate adrenaline kick**, visit the .

Curious?

If you have now caught the **white water fever**, then we recommend the , where you can plunge into the water from July to September at 16:00 and 17:00 and on selected dates in October 2021 (on 3 special dates) for just €39 instead of €45. A "Happy Rafting" package lasts approx. 2.5 hours.
You can get a **first impression** of white water rafting in the video:

Double the fun with duo rafting

The **duo rafting** experience is particularly intense. You steer through the raging current in an **open two-person canoe**. Fun and adventure go hand in hand and make for **an unforgettable experience**.

**When?** June to October 2021, Wednesdays and Fridays at 5:00 pm, Saturdays at 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm, Sundays at 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm

- DUO rafting in the Markkleeberg Canoe Park - water sports in Leipzig and the region

Extreme rafting - the Power Edition

Whitewater rafting is too boring for you? You need a **full dose of action**? Then  is made for you. Thanks to an **increased water volume** of (14m³/s instead of 10m³/s), the water becomes even **wilder** and you'll go down the canal at breakneck speed. You've never experienced the **power of water** this **close** before!

**When?** from July to September 2021, Saturdays and Sundays at 12:00
**Tip**: You should take part in "normal" whitewater rafting beforehand so that you can familiarize yourself with the physical exertion.

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- White water rafting in the Markkleeberg Canoe Park - water sports in Leipzig and the region

Conquer the floods with whitewater rafting

Do you fancy an **adventure** of a very special kind? With , you plunge into the **floods** in an inflatable raft, fight your way through **raging whirlpools**, navigate your way past **numerous obstacles** and feel the **adrenaline** tingling in your veins. This is **pure thrills**! Of course, there is always an **experienced guide** in the boat who can show you the **most adventurous tricks** without further ado.
The great thing: whitewater rafting works **even inbad weather** - you'll get wet anyway!

**When?** May to October 2021, dates with registration

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Markkleeberg Canoe Park

The **Kanupark Markkleeberg** is one of the **most modern whitewater facilities in the whole of Europe**. Opened in 2007, the park is technically comparable to the Olympic courses in Sydney, London and Rio de Janeiro. All water lovers will get their money's worth here. As well as **white water rafting**, you can try your hand at **bodyboarding**, ride the **waves** or relax in a **dragon boat** on the .
All rafting fans should be able to swim, generally physically fit and at least 12 years old.

### Our recommendations

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Conclusion

Have you now **got the urge for even more water sports**? On our , we give you all the information about **moreopportunities** to actively explore the waves and venture into the cool water.

**You still have questions? Then get in touch with us!**

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