--- title: "Short break for couples in Leipzig ♥ Leipzig Region" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/discover/short-break-for-two-in-leipzig" description: "Enjoy a relaxing and inspiring short break in Leipzig and the region: pleasure, culture, nature and more ► discover Leipzig together!" language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Discover > Leipzig Highlights > Leipzig for two" --- Short getaway for two in Leipzig and the region =============================================== - - - - - *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. Leipzig is perfect for a **romantic getaway**. Here you will find guidance on how to plan your short trip ideally, plus an overview of the most important **must-sees**. These tips are great **for couples**, just as suitable for a **trip with friends** and for anyone travelling **solo**. Browse the page and discover many more offers in addition to the **Top 10 highlights** that you shouldn’t miss. We promise: **You will** **feel inspired – to experience even more of Leipzig and the region.** ### Top 10 sights in Leipzig Travel offer for two - Leipzig and the region in numbers 1 Metropolis discover 49 Municipalities in the surrounding region 1,000 Inspirations for an unforgettable time Shopping trip through Leipzig ----------------------------- *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. Where can you enjoy great shopping in Leipzig? Everywhere! But you can shop especially well in Leipzig’s city centre. In a compact area, countless shops, a unique network of arcades with wonderful stores, and shopping centres such as the or the await your visit. Things get more individual in the south and west of Leipzig. Here, small boutiques and alternative scene shops invite you to browse and discover new trends. - ### Shopping in Leipzig's arcades and courtyards Shopping in Leipzig: our insider tips - At a glance: - Regional & fair: - Leipzig's trendy districts: Welcome to Leipzig – The podcast for your Leipzig trip Strolling through the city with pleasure - Restaurants and cafés in Leipzig -------------------------------- *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. As the saying goes, the way to the heart is through the stomach. And since Leipzig is known for plenty of culinary highlights, you’re in the best hands here – whether as a couple, with family, or with your best friends. Countless locations offer just the right thing for every taste, both literally and figuratively. It’s up to you: a small **trendy pub**, **fine dining** with a **panoramic view**, **Saxon specialities** in a **historic setting** or **hip bites** in the breathtaking atmosphere of **former industrial culture**. Coffee and cake lovers will also get their money’s worth during a short trip to Leipzig. The **Leipzig coffeehouse culture** goes back a **long tradition** and can be experienced in the many cafés – in coffee houses with a long history or in trendy cafés that offer not only espresso but also café latte in black, gold, or pink. Let yourselves be inspired here – and above all, enjoy! - ### Classic and exceptional places to stop by **Traditional cuisine** **TOP 35 sights & travel podcast** **Pure relaxation** - Wellness in Leipzig and the region ---------------------------------- Entspannung in der Sauna - Wellness in Leipzig und Region Vacations are primarily for relaxation. And you certainly won’t miss out on that during a **short break** or a **wellness weekend** in Leipzig. Whether it’s just the two of you in a Finnish sauna, relaxing with a couples massage, or unwinding in a soothing whirlpool – with the **spa offers** in Leipzig and the region, you’ll recharge your energy. Promise! - ### Even more coziness: Our tips for rainy days Relaxation guaranteed - - - ### Experience Leipzig off the beaten path with the Explore Leipzig app Museen im Grassi - Leipziger Museen There is plenty to discover in Leipzig beyond the city center as well! With the **“Leipzig Beyond”** tours in the **Explore Leipzig App**, you can explore the city’s trendiest neighborhoods and experience districts off the usual paths. Can’t decide? No problem – with a slot machine or the “Leipzig Beyond Matching,” you’re sure to find the perfect tour for your visit to Leipzig! **Download** the app now and start your tour. - - Lakes and waterways in Leipzig and the region --------------------------------------------- *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. You can wonderfully combine a **city break and a beach holiday** in Leipzig. On warm summer days, the bathing lakes around the city are only a short bike ride away. At **Cossi, Kulki and Co.**, as the people of Leipzig lovingly call their lakes, every swimming wish is fulfilled. The **Leipzig New Lakeland**, one of the largest interconnected lake districts in Europe, invites you to take a swim with its **excellent water quality**, **sunny sandy beaches** and **shady grassy shores**. There are also adrenaline-filled **wakeboarding and rafting facilities**, numerous **boat and SUP rentals** and plenty of **cafés, restaurants and bistros**. You can also enjoy a short break on the water right in the middle of the city. Leipzig is called "**Little Venice**" for good reason. More than 400 bridges cross the city’s rivers and canals, where you can enjoy a sightseeing tour from the water. When visiting Leipzig, it’s always worth packing your swimwear. - ### The most popular lakes around Leipzig Hiking and cycling ------------------ *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. As **active vacationers**, you are in the perfect place in the Leipzig region, because here you’ll find everything a hiker’s and cyclist’s heart desires. More than 1,000 kilometres of cycling paths are waiting to be explored by you − for example, the paved **Neuseenland Cycle Route**. Along the stunningly blue lakes, you can also discover a variety of **culinary highlights**. Long-distance routes such as the **Mulde or Elbe Cycle Path** are ideal for multi-day trips. Or you can take public transport into the region and return to the city by bike or e-bike. **Hiking enthusiasts** enjoy the diverse routes through expansive forests and heath landscapes or along picturesque rivers and lakes at the foot of impressive castles and palaces. Whether on foot or by bike − here you’ll find the tour that’s perfect for your short getaway. - ### The most popular cycling and hiking routes Cycling & Hiking: At a Glance - : From short to medium-length and long-distance hiking trails in Leipzig and the region, everything is included - : Browse now and let the hiking spirit inspire you - : Countless cycle routes, beautiful landscapes, and peaceful spots in the city and region are waiting to be explored by bike - : Tours for both young cycling enthusiasts and seasoned long-distance pros Feeling like visiting Leipzig? Travel with peace of mind - our travel offers --------------------------------------------- - … or book your accommodation directly Round off your stay