nature experiences 
in Leipzig and the region

The Leipzig region is a fascinating place and perfect if you Rest and relaxation searches and the Discover nature wanted. Wonderful pine, mixed and deciduous forests, charming river landscapes and  untouched flora and fauna invite you to linger. The untouched nature can be enjoyed via numerous well-marked hiking and cycling trails be discovered. Is your beloved four-legged friend coming along? For extended Walking with dog Leipzig and the surrounding region offer numerous recreational areas in the countryside.

Once you have seen enough nature, you will find in the historic villages and towns cultural entertainment and Freetime activities for every taste. In the Leipzig region, discovering nature and experiencing the big city are not mutually exclusive - a more than successful combination!

The Dahlener Heide and the Wermsdorf Forest are two of the most impressive landscape conservation areas in Saxony. In the northwestern part of the Free State, between the Elbe and Mulde, large forests, wide, slightly hilly to flat land as well as numerous ponds and lakes with a diverse flora and fauna are waiting to be explored. The deciduous and coniferous forests, extensive meadows and fertile fields offer cyclists and hikers, water sports enthusiasts, horse riders and horse-drawn carriage lovers the best opportunities for Rest and relaxation.

Due to the high population of wild boar, fallow deer and red deer, both the Dahlen Heath and the Wermsdorf Forest were popular hunting areas as early as the beginning of the 16th century. Augustus the Strong and the Saxon court also appreciated this. Even today, hunters and visitors are delighted when the "Halali" of the hunting horns sounds every autumn for the Hubertus hunt. Game, like local fish, is one of the culinary specialties of this travel region.

Experience green Leipzig off the beaten track! 

There is also a lot to discover in Leipzig outside of the city center! With the "Leipzig Beyond" tours of the Explore Leipzig app, you can explore the city's trendy districts and experience parts of the city off the beaten track. You just can't decide? No problem - with the help of a slot machine or the "Leipzig Beyond Matching" you are sure to find the right tour for your visit to Leipzig! 

A tour to the green southeast of the Saxon metropolis with 7 stations along the Tram line 15 - for all those who do not want or cannot walk far. 

The start is on Grassi Museum, then it goes through green Leipzig: past the old Johannisfriedhof past, through the butterfly house of the Botanical Garden the University of Leipzig and the Peace Park to old fairFrom there you can see the Monument to the Battle of the Nations and the Südfriedhof, which is designed in the English style and also used as a park.