--- title: "Leisure activities in Leipzig ♥ Leipzig Region" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/experience/leisure-activities-in-leipzig" description: "Leipzig & the Region offer a wide range of leisure activities: hiking, cycling, water sports, climbing, mini golf and much more ► See you soon!" language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Experience > Excursion destinations > Leisure Activities" --- Recreational activities in Leipzig and the region ================================================= - - - - - - Experience leisure fun *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. Alongside many unique sights, Leipzig and the region offer plenty of unforgettable adventures. You can marvel at gigantic , immerse yourselves in , experience or go on an **animal safari**. Step into the , venture into magical, historic and sometimes even frightening worlds in the **in Leipzig**, or let off steam on the many rides at the traditional **Kleinmesse funfair**. You can also enjoy plenty of leisure fun with **,** **or** . Pack your **swimwear** when the temperatures rise, because the offers a wide range of **activities**. Whether on **passenger ships or motorboats, in an** **or simply going** – 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 **and** , for example on the or the . The best way to discover the endless possibilities in Leipzig and the region is to experience them for yourselves. - - Ausflusgplaner 2026 - Leipzig und Region “Excursion Planner” brochure The Excursion Planner contains detailed information about sights and tourist highlights in Leipzig and the region. The brochure provides a comprehensive overview of museums & exhibitions, theatre & cabaret, water sports & water fun, gardens & parks, zoos and other leisure facilities. - - Mini golf: small ball, big game -------------------------------- Adventure-Golf am Markleeberger See - Freizeitaktivitäten in der Region Leipzig Lawn sports with a difference: the **mini-golf courses** promise endless fun! On the mostly green courses, your challenge is to navigate obstacles and master the elaborately designed holes of varying lengths. Perfect for your next family outing or an afternoon with friends. **Club outings**, **company celebrations** and **children’s birthday parties** are also very popular. The **restaurant partners** on site round off your visit to these extraordinary golf courses. **Tip**: With the , you can get discounts with selected partners. ### Mini golf offers ­in the ­Leipzig ­region - A day out for the whole family - Climbing: fun at lofty heights ------------------------------ Kletterwald Leipzig in Naunhof - Freizeit in der Region Leipzig Have you always wanted to swing from one tree to the next and put your skill and courage to the test? Then the **climbing parks in the Leipzig Region** are just right for you. At breathtaking heights, wobbly planks, swinging ropes, net bridges and beams challenge not only your **head for heights** but also your **sense of balance**. The region also offers numerous **natural climbing areas**: Test yourselves at Ost- und Westbruch/Brandis, at the Golzernmühle/Grimma quarry, in the Hohburg Hills or in the porphyry quarries on Rochlitzer Berg. Whether you are 6 or 60, an **experienced climber** or a **beginner** – there is something for everyone here! Outdoor adventure ­climbing ­forest - **From age 6** and a height of **1.10 m**, you can start climbing - Different **levels of difficulty** depending on age, height and ability - You'll need: light leisurewear and sturdy footwear - ***Tip:*** Bring swimwear and take a dip in the lake afterwards Nature-based climbing ­on the rocks - Climbing routes **for children, beginners and professionals** - **For families**, the **Seidelbruch** at Rochlitz Climbing Garden and the **Ostbruch** near Brandis are especially suitable - **Important:** Please follow the instructions from the environmental authorities and the supervising mountaineering clubs; above all, **mutual consideration** and **environmentally conscious behaviour** are essential - ***Tip:*** At **Gaudlitzberg**, the annual takes place at the end of August - ### The right climbing wall for everyone - **3D archery** "All in the kill!" is the greeting used by 3D archers before the tournament. - Get active outdoors and train your **coordination and muscle strength** in the fresh air - **Children aged 5 and over** are warmly welcome at the **adventure course at Lake Störmthal** - At the start, there is a **professional safety briefing** - In addition to accuracy, **team spirit is also strengthened** - Explore Leipzig App Buntgarnwerke an der Weißen Elster in Plagwitz - Sehenswürdigkeiten in Leipzig **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! - - Horse riding and carriage tours in the Leipzig region ----------------------------------------------------- With the **eKutsche**, you can enjoy an **elegant ride** through Leipzig’s streets and alleyways. As you explore the picturesque city, you will learn interesting facts about its **history** and **sights** from the “coachman”. Immerse yourselves in times gone by with the sound of hooves just like 200 years ago and experience a **ride through** the newly created **local recreation area** around the **open-cast mining lakes near Leipzig** and discover the region’s idyllic landscapes. Let the **wind blow through your hair** and experience your surroundings in a very special way. Enjoy unforgettable moments on our **carriage and wagon rides**! ### Enjoy a relaxed carriage ride through the city and region eKutsche Leipzig \- City Centre Tour - - ### Blog post Leipzig for children -------------------- - ### Blog post Cycle routes around Leipzig --------------------------- - ### Blog post Destinations for a family day out --------------------------------- - ### Blog post Experience Leipzig in the evening! ---------------------------------- Hiking: The journey is the destination -------------------------------------- *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. Going on extensive **hikes** and exploring exciting trails? The Leipzig Region offers you plenty of opportunities to do just that. A must for nature-loving hikers is the . The 30-kilometre-long, **multi-certified quality hiking trail** leads from **Bad Düben** through diverse **flora and fauna** to **Bad Schmiedeberg**. Throughout the Leipzig Region, and **forest education centres** clearly demonstrate the relationship between people and the forest. **Forest hikes with a forester** and events such as **"Wild Animal Sunday"**, where you can explore the natural habitats of beavers or cranes, are especially popular with young and old alike. - - Hiking brochure "Good on Foot" ------------------------------ - More than 40 hiking routes through the city and region - Overview maps - Facts, elevation profiles and length - Discovery and restaurant tips along the route - Podcast Welcome to Leipzig - The podcast for your Leipzig trip On two wheels through Leipzig - Out and about by bike --------------------- Leipzig is a **city where everything is close by** and is waiting for you to explore it. Cycling is the perfect choice for this. For example, you can take a bike tour through the − a large continuous floodplain forest area. Or you can cycle **along the water**. There are plenty of waterside cycle paths in "**Little Venice**", as the Pleiße, Parthe and White Elster rivers flow right through the city here. You can also start a trip to the **Leipzig Region** directly from the city centre, or simply take the S-Bahn for the first stretch into the area surrounding Leipzig. Numerous are waiting for you here. Exciting cycle tours are promised by, among others, the **near Belgern,** the themed route or the long-distance cycle route . ***Tip:*** In the MDV area, you can take your bike . - - Water fun --------- *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. Whether you want to take leisurely paddle tours on the or try out the latest on the - Many of the water-based and leisure activities in the **Leipzig region** can be reached from the city by public transport, bicycle or car. You can find specific distances and routes on the relevant details pages 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 or . For those who like it **action-packed** , there are options such as kitesurfing, white-water rafting at or wakeboarding. 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 or and listen to the captains’ stories over a cup of coffee and cake. In bad weather, numerous in the Leipzig region offer **fun and wellness activities** for relaxation, while the little ones can splash around to their heart’s content. - - - ### \[Translate to English:\] Alle Seen im Überblick \[Translate to English:\] Das Leipziger Neuseenland --------------------------------------------------- - ### \[Translate to English:\] Ab ins kühle Nass! \[Translate to English:\] Hallen- und Freibäder ----------------------------------------------- - ### \[Translate to English:\] Die Stadt ganz anders erleben \[Translate to English:\] Wasserwege ------------------------------------ - ### \[Translate to English:\] Alles zum Thema \[Translate to English:\] Wassersport ------------------------------------- - ### \[Translate to English:\] Infos zum Thema \[Translate to English:\] Spa und Wellness ------------------------------------------ Things to do in bad weather - Discover free in the city, such as the - Experience digital offerings from such as - Relax in such as or - Enjoy **wellness** offers at the - Immerse yourselves in the world of at the or the ! - Have a laugh during a visit to the **cabaret** theater - Explore **Gondwanaland** at at a pleasant 26°C - All tips for leisure activities at a glance -------------------------------------------