Recreational activities in Leipzig and the region

Alongside many unique sights, Leipzig and the region offer plenty of unforgettable adventures. You can marvel at gigantic 360° panoramas, immerse yourselves in immersive exhibitions, experience white-water fun or go on an animal safari. Step into the world of knights and pharaohs, venture into magical, historic and sometimes even frightening worlds in the escape rooms in Leipzig, or let off steam on the many rides at the traditional Kleinmesse funfair. You can also enjoy plenty of leisure fun with minigolf, climbing or archery.

Pack your swimwear when the temperatures rise, because the Leipzig New Lakeland offers a wide range of water sports activities. Whether on passenger ships or motorboats, in an inflatable or paddle boat or simply going swimming – there are no limits to the fun you can have on the water here.

The Düben and Dahlen Heaths and the hilly region east of Leipzig, on the other hand, offer ideal conditions for extended cycling and hiking tours, for example on the Luther Trail Saxony or the Mulde Cycle Route. The best way to discover the endless possibilities in Leipzig and the region is to experience them for yourselves.

Experience Leipzig off the beaten path! 

There is also plenty to discover in Leipzig outside the city centre! With the “Leipzig Beyond” walking tours in the Explore Leipzig App, you can explore the city’s trendy districts and experience neighbourhoods off the beaten path. 

You just can’t decide? No problem – with the help of a slot machine or “Leipzig Beyond Matching”, you’re sure to find the right tour for your visit to Leipzig! For example, a fascinating city walk through today’s creative district of Plagwitz in western Leipzig, where you can experience industrial history up close!

Whether you want to take leisurely paddle tours on the waterways or try out the latest water sports trends on the lakes - in the Leipzig region, all of this is possible without having to travel far. 

The tourist waterway network, which connects the cultural city of Leipzig with the surrounding lakes, is especially popular with water lovers. Here, you can explore the city and its surroundings on family-friendly water touring routes from a canoe or rowboat. For those who like it action-packed , there are options such as kitesurfing, white-water rafting at Kanupark Markkleeberg or wakeboarding. Water sports enthusiasts can also go diving, sailing or simply swimming. 

Discover the lakes, waterways, the Mulde river and Elbe River in a relaxed way on a trip with a passenger boat or motorboat and listen to the captains’ stories over a cup of coffee and cake. In bad weather, numerous leisure pools in the Leipzig region offer fun and wellness activities for relaxation, while the little ones can splash around to their heart’s content.