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Castles and Palaces of the Leipzig Region

Experience Saxon History

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An above-average density of imposing castles, magnificent palaces and manor houses – embedded in a uniquely beautiful natural and river landscape – makes up the fascinating Leipzig region.

Discover ancient walls and immerse yourself in the architecture and culture of past centuries. Here you can feel the spirit of the times.

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The Leipzig region offers …

  • Magnificent castles

  • Historic castles

  • Wonderful manors and hunting lodges

  • Abandoned Ruins

Magnificent castles

View of Rochlitz Castle above the Zwickauer Mulde.
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The majestic castles of the Leipzig region bring history to life. From the magnificent Colditz Castle, known for its eventful past, to the romantic Hartenfels Castle in Torgau – each castle tells its own fascinating story. Whether magnificent halls or enchanting castle gardens – the castles in the Leipzig region offer unforgettable moments for castle lovers. 

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Castles & Palaces - Day Trip

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Historic castles

Kriebstein Castle is located above the Zschopau river.
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The Leipzig region offers a fascinating journey into the past with numerous historic castles. Here, medieval romance meets impressive architecture and mysterious stories. The castles offer a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape. These castles are witnesses to a bygone era and invite you to discover the fascinating history of the Leipzig region in a unique way.

Castles in the Leipzig Region

Castle Mildenstein

Quietly

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Castle Gnandstein

happy castle

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Landscape Museum of the Düben Heath Düben Castle

Bad Duben

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Welcome to Leipzig - The Podcast for your Leipzig Trip

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manors, hunting lodges and ruins

A world full of historical buildings unfolds in the Leipzig region. In addition to castles and palaces, majestic manors, magnificent hunting lodges and mysterious castle ruins can also be discovered here. These historical sites, embedded in picturesque landscapes, tell of times long past and combine history and culture in a unique way. 

Brochure 
“trip planner”

The brochure "Excursion Planner" offers you numerous leisure activities around the topics Culture and enjoyment, Water and Vital and Active and NatureShe provides great ideas and tips for a eventful stay and shows all Partners and Benefits The LEIPZIG CARD and LEIPZIG REGIO CARD at a glance. The perfect preparation for your visit to Leipzig and the region.

Virtual Experience

In castles and palaces

Visitors to Rochlitz Castle with VR glasses
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Gamification - what? In the castles and palaces in the Leipzig region you will find many interactive and multimedia gamesImmerse yourself in exciting adventures and exploration tours before our time with multimedia offers such as a interactive scavenger hunt, exciting treasure hunt in the escape room or during Discovering virtual realities with VR glassesThe interactive stations thus enable children in particular to engage with the topics in a playful way. Fun for young and old is guaranteed!

With digital tours, castles and palaces can be explored like Hubertusburg Castle, Colditz Castle, Kriebstein Castle, Baroque Palace Delitzsch  also experience interactively and individually at your own pace.
 

“Experience the Castle Country” app

Make more of your trip

smartphone with the app "Experience the Castle Country"

The trip to the most beautiful castles, palaces and gardens of Saxony is now even more varied with the "Experience the Castle Country" app! As a versatile companion and guide, the app provides a wealth of tips that are perfectly tailored to the individual needs of visitors. On site, the new Schlösserland app offers entertaining opportunities for discovery and brings history to life in an exciting and playful way.

The app focuses on the on-site experience and creates a unique connection to the tourist area. In future, neither an internet search nor a brochure will be necessary to prepare your own trip. Castles and palaces can also be experienced comfortably from the comfort of your own sofa using 360° tours, videos and exciting blog articles.

For your perfect day, download the app, plan your trip and experience the Schlösserland Sachsen!

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