Active vacation 
in Leipzig and the region

Where could you recharge and slow down better than in nature? Leipzig and the region have a lot to offer in terms of landscape – and that does not mean the urban jungle. From the Leipzig floodplain forest over the crystal-clear lakes to the parks and gardens of magnificent palaces, from the Geopark Porphyrland and the species-rich heathland back to the picturesque canals in the vibrant city – here you can enjoy wonderfully varied active days in the great outdoors. Even with your four-legged friend in tow, there is plenty to experience and discover. Leipzig and the region offer exciting excursion tips for traveling with a dog. 

Browse the page and discover, in addition to the top 10 highlights, many more activities that you can enjoy on foot, by bike, or on the water. We promise: You’ll be eager for even more nature in Leipzig and the region.

Hiking trails through the charming forest areas of the Düben and Dahlen Heath, along the romantic river landscapes of the Mulde and Zschopau or around the modern lake district on the outskirts of the city – a must for nature-loving hikers.

If you have enough time, the “Leipzig on Foot” tour is the perfect way to discover the city at a relaxed pace using the Explore Leipzig app. The large city center tour includes 25 stops and takes you to the most important sights of the trade fair city. You can choose your starting and ending points flexibly, and you can adjust the order of the stops individually.

Highlights: Old Town Hall, Leipzig Opera, Gewandhaus, and many more.

Tip: Use the Explore Leipzig app for navigating the city and receive detailed information about each stop.

Enjoy an extended walk through Leipzig’s center and discover the city in all its diversity!

Trekking bike, gravel bike, e-bike or cargo bike – the cycle paths offer something for every cycling enthusiast: varied routes leading from the city out to the lake district in the north and south of Leipzig, along the romantic riverbanks of the Mulde and Zschopau, or over hills and valleys to magnificent castles and palaces.

Leipzig rightly calls itself a Water City. Not only the many canals and rivers within the city, but also the varied lake landscape in the region invite you to enjoy fun and sports in, on and around the water.

Sailing, diving, surfing and swimming enthusiasts will be in their element here. And if you prefer a more relaxed experience, you can explore Leipzig’s waterways or the river meadows in the region by canoe or on a boat trip. Ahoy!