--- title: "Easter 2026 in Leipzig ♥ Leipzig Region" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/discover/easter-in-leipzig" description: "Discover events, excursion tips, food and drink options, and accommodation for Easter 2026 ► Experience Easter in Leipzig & the region!" language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Discover > All year > Easter in Leipzig" --- Easter in Leipzig and the region ================================= - - - - - Experience spring feelings and holidays --------------------------------------- Mendebrunnen auf dem Augustusplatz - Sehenswürdigkeiten in Leipzig is already greening and blooming in full splendour, filling Leipzig and the region with beautiful colours. The birds are returning from the south to the city and singing their songs to us. The days are getting longer, and the **anticipation of Easter** is growing. The long Easter weekend is the perfect opportunity to explore the city and the region. Whether you choose an **Easter service** in one of the region’s churches, a traditional **Easter walk** in the countryside or a festive **Easter meal** in the city’s restaurants – **Leipzig and the region will make your Easter perfect**. **Complete the poem** as you scroll through the page and discover everything Leipzig and the region have to offer over the Easter holidays. > Look, what is sitting there in the grass! Could that be the Easter bunny? ... ### Our top recommendations Travel Offer - Did you know? 1 Easter Market attracts visitors to Leipzig’s city center 23 Parks invite you to take Easter walks 186 km is the total length of rivers, streams, and canals flowing through the Leipzig urban area Events at Easter ----------------- ### Concerts, Church Services, and Family Experiences Zoo Leipzig - Sehenswürdigkeiten in Leipzig **Easter in Leipzig is a true celebration!** The numerous events taking place in the city at Easter speak for themselves. From performances of the **St John Passion** to atmospheric Easter church services and the popular , you can look forward to a varied programme. Students also have every reason to be happy: the **Easter holidays** are just around the corner, offering almost unlimited opportunities for leisure activities. How about the **Easter spectacle at the** or a visit to one of the many ? You can find out everything there is to experience in Leipzig and the region at Easter in our **blog article**. > ... Peeks out with its long ear from the green nest. … - The Perfect Easter Walk ------------------------ ### Enjoy an Easter walk in Leipzig and the region Frühling im Johannapark - Parks in Leipzig Maybe you’ll get lucky and spot the Easter Bunny’s little ears during your Easter walk in the fresh air! But even if he doesn’t reveal himself, a **walk through Leipzig and the region** is always worthwhile. Enjoy the warm sunshine and birdsong, for example in **Clara-Zetkin Park**, in the **Leipzig Riverside Forest**, or around the **.** When the parks, the riverside forest and the lakeside paths shine in fresh green and the first early bloomers line the paths, spring shows itself here from its most beautiful side. > ... Hops with its quick legs over sticks and over stones. ... - ### Our top tips **The 5 best parks in Leipzig** **Waterways in Leipzig** **Hiking in Leipzig and the region** - Easter food in Leipzig and the region ------------------------------------- ### This is what Easter tastes like Zum Arabischen Coffe Baum - Gastronomien in Leipzig After a long Easter walk, you are surely feeling hungry and thirsty. So it's time for a **breather** in one of the many in the Leipzig region. Many restaurants offer special Easter menus or a festive Easter brunch during the holidays, providing culinary highlights for the Easter weekend. The selection ranges from traditional **Saxon cuisine** to international specialties. Whether you prefer a stylish restaurant in the city centre or a cosy café in a trendy neighbourhood – you will find the right place for every taste. In our **blog article**, you can also find out which **cafés in Leipzig** offer you an exceptional **coffee experience**. > ... Also look here, what lies in the nest so round and also so firm: ... - ### Start your culinary journey here Impressions of Leipzig restaurants - - - Welcome to Leipzig – The podcast for your Leipzig trip Culinary city tour through Leipzig - Staying overnight in Leipzig and the region ------------------------------------------- ### Suitable accommodations for Easter Hyperion Hotel - Hotels in Leipzig If you don't just want to take a day trip to Leipzig, you can of course stay in one of the many **hotels or hostels** in the city and extend your stay. In the region, special accommodations invite you to enjoy a relaxing break: The **resorts** in and are perfect for a **short Easter getaway**. Here you can look forward to the full program with **wellness areas, spa offers, and fun** for the whole family! > ... Eggs, blue and red speckled, he has hidden in the nest. … - ### Explore downtown Leipzig with the app Tourist Information Leipzig - Reise nach Leipzig Explore Leipzig’s city centre at your own pace and according to your interests. The tours in the Explore Leipzig app through Leipzig’s centre are perfect for discovering the city’s sights in an interactive and flexible way. Choose between two exciting walking routes: - **Leipzig on Foot:** A large city centre tour with 25 stops for an in-depth exploration. - **Leipzig Highlights:** A compact tour with 7 major sights for a quick overview. Download the app now and explore the city interactively and individually. - - Castles and palaces of the region --------------------------------- ### Historic castles and palaces around Leipzig Schloss Hubertusburg in Wermsdorf - Schlösser in der Region Leipzig In the Leipzig region, you can look forward to history, culture, and architecture of a very special kind: **castles, fortresses, manor estates** and **hunting lodges**, embedded in a unique natural setting, shape the landscape around Leipzig. They are **popular excursion destinations** not only at Easter. Among the best-known sites are **Mildenstein Castle** in Leisnig, the historic **Colditz Castle** and **Delitzsch Baroque Castle** with its spacious castle park. The impressive **Kriebstein Castle** also delights with its medieval charm and is considered the most beautiful knight’s castle in Saxony. It is no coincidence that these **fairytale backdrops** are repeatedly used as filming locations for movies and television productions. With a bit of luck, you may even find a hidden Easter egg between the old walls and blooming gardens. > ... He always has to hide them, so he searches quickly in every corner. - ### Your fairy tale begins here Feeling like visiting Leipzig? Travel with peace of mind - Our travel offers --------------------------------------------- - … or book your accommodation directly Round off your stay