Experience Leipzig and the region 
without barriers

If you are looking for accessible cultural activities, you will quickly find them in Leipzig. There are numerous museums, exhibitions, and music events that are accessible. Culture enthusiasts benefit from wheelchair-accessible entrances, elevators, and accessible restrooms, as well as audio guides and guides in sign language or easy language.

One example is the Bach Museum, which was awarded the Saxon Museum Prize "Inclusion".

You can find more cultural experiences in Leipzig and the region here.

Leipzig offers endless possibilities for leisure activities. From wild to relaxed, there is something for everyone. You can enjoy action without barriers, experience nature in the region, or simply unwind. Many activities are accessible by wheelchair and stroller, and offer accessible restrooms. There are also explanations and guided tours in sign language, as well as for visually impaired people and people with learning disabilities.

You can find inspiration for various leisure activities in Leipzig and the region here.

Many dining options in Leipzig are also accessible. For example, they are step-free, or have an elevator and accessible restrooms. Some restaurants also offer a menu in Braille.

You can find more tips on accessible dining in Leipzig and the region here.

In Leipzig, there are various public toilets that are accessible. You will find them marked on the map below.

For on-site advice, competent staff members in the certified tourist information centres and regional info points are there to assist you.

Below you will find an overview of all accessibility-audited tourist information centres in Leipzig and the region.

As more and more venues focus on accessibility, you can experience a lot in Leipzig as a person with a mobility impairment or with a stroller. Many places have ramps or lifts, allowing you to reach great viewing platforms or take part in cultural events.

Here you can find out what you can discover in Leipzig and the surrounding region.

Many activities can be enjoyed barrier-free if you are travelling with a visual impairment. Some museums, for example, offer audio guides or brochures in Braille.

One example is the Leipzig City Theatre (today Central Theatre). In 2018, it received the Inclusion Award Mosaik from Central Germany and the honorary award of the Saxon Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired. A performance with live audio description takes place there every month. Before these performances, Leipzig City Theatre (today Central Theatre) offers a tactile stage tour to feel the props and costumes.

You can find more tips for Leipzig and the region here.

Numerous facilities in Leipzig are accessible for people with hearing impairments. For example, some museums or concert halls offer guides with video tours in sign language or inductive hearing systems.

You can find the specific offers in Leipzig and the region here.

Leipzig is a city full of art and culture with plenty of creative freedom. There are also many festivals here. Leipzig has a long musical history. For example, there is a large opera house and the famous Thomaner Choir. At the Monument to the Battle of the Nations and in the Museum of the City of Leipzig, you can learn a lot about the city’s history. In the surrounding area, you will find beautiful nature and many impressive castles.

There are many things to experience in Leipzig and the region. We show you some of them here.