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Monument to the Battle of the Nations and FORUM 1813
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It is arguably Leipzig's best-known landmark, commemorating the historic Battle of the Nations against Napoleon in the autumn of 1813. Climb 364 steps and enjoy a phenomenal panoramic view of Leipzig and its surroundings from the observation deck.

The FORUM 1813 museum is integrated into the monument complex and offers spectacular insights into the events of the liberation wars and their climax, the decisive Battle of the Nations near Leipzig.

Information

location Monument to the Battle of the Nations / FORUM 1813
Straße des 18. Oktober 100
04299 Leipzig
phone +49 (0)341 2416870
fax +49 (0)341 241687137
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  • Fully accessible entrance for wheelchair users info
  • Special and personalised assistance services available for people with disabilities
  • Assistance for blind and visually-impaired guests info
  • Fully accessible elevator for wheelchair users info
  • Fully accessible rest-room for wheelchair users info
Elevator available

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Wheelchair access to the monument is possible via the entrance "An der Tabaksmühle". Access to the lift in the entrance area of the monument is at"St. Michael-Plateau“. From there a lift will take you up to the "Gallery of Singers".

There are wheelchair accessible toilets in the museum's entrance hall.

The museum has a guidance system for blind or visually impaired visitors.

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LEIPZIG CARD / LEIPZIG REGIO CARD: Reduced admission price

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