--- title: "New Lakeland ♥ Leipzig Region" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/experience/new-lakeland" description: "Discover New Lakeland with water ✚ culture, action ✚ relaxation as well as past ✚ present ► See you soon!" language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Experience > Excursion destinations > New Lakeland" --- Welcome to Leipzig New Lakeland ================================ - - - - - *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. A fascinating mix of **water** and **culture**, **action** and **relaxation** as well as **past** and **present** – all of this is the **Leipzig New Lakeland**. Here, natural waterways connect the cultural city of Leipzig with the newly created lakes in the surrounding area. The landscape took on a new face after the end of the great brown coal era. Today, you'll find **nature at its purest.** Many **lakes, cycling and hiking trails** as well as numerous **leisure attractions** are waiting for you to discover them. In addition, plenty of **festivals**, **sights** and **sporting events** draw visitors to the lakes and show just how much is possible here – **in, by and on the water**. Leipzig New Lakeland offers… - **more than 20** as well as numerous canals and rivers - extensive cycling and hiking trails as well as - family-friendly and attractions - **waterside** with guaranteed swimming fun MockUp-Freizeitspaß-am-Wasser-2025 Brochure “Fun by the Water” The brochure for all water fans - from sailing, surfing and whitewater rafting to swimming beaches, canoeing and boat trips. With overview maps of all lakes in and around Leipzig, as well as all paddling tours from the city to the Leipzig New Lake District, on the Mulde or the Elbe. - - Places in Leipzig New Lakeland ------------------------------ *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. The municipalities of Böhlen, Borsdorf, Brandis, Delitzsch, Frohburg, Geithain, Groitzsch, Großpösna, Löbnitz, Markkleeberg, Markranstädt, Naunhof, Neukieritzsch, Pegau, Rackwitz, Rötha, Schkeuditz, Taucha, and Zwenkau are part of the **Leipzig New Lakeland** region. Here, natural waterways connect the **cultural city of Leipzig** with the **newly created lakes**. By the end of the lignite era, the landscape will have changed completely. Even today, most of the former mining pits have been flooded and opened to the public. Although many villages had to make way for open-cast mining, those that remain are all the more fascinating: between the lakes, there is now a real **beach feeling**. Kommune Belgershain in der Region Leipzig picturesque Rohrbach ponds The municipality of Belgershain is located on the southwestern edge of the Muldental district and borders directly on the Leipzig Land district. One highlight is the picturesque Rohrbach ponds. Surrounded by gentle hills, dense forests, and wide meadows, they offer ideal conditions for varied relaxation in nature. Discover Belgershain Radweg an der Pleiße nach Böhlen - Radfahren in der Region Leipzig In the heart of Leipzig New Lakeland Right in the heart of Leipzig New Lakeland, the modern and charming small town of Böhlen, located south of Leipzig between Lake Markkleeberg, Lake Störmthal, Lake Hain and Lake Zwenkau, is an ideal destination for a day trip. Kirche Sankt Marien in Borna - Kirchen in der Region Leipzig Largest open-air stage in the region There is plenty to discover in the large district town of Borna, with its rich history. This includes Kunigunde Church and Volksplatz, the region’s largest open-air stage. The Reichstor, the last remaining of the original four town gates, stands on Reichsstraße and today houses the town museum. Rathaus Borsdorf - Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Region Leipzig Located directly on the Green Ring Leipzig Borsdorf is located on the Green Ring Leipzig, a cycling route around Leipzig, making it very easy to explore by bike from the neighbouring city. The local history museum here houses thousands of contemporary testimonies to the town’s own history. Schwanenteichpark, with an area of 1.5 hectares, invites visitors to stroll, linger, play and enjoy sports. Every year in June, the people of Borsdorf celebrate the “Inselfest” in Schwanenteichpark. Bergkirche Beucha - Kirchen in der Region Leipzig Just outside Leipzig The town of Brandis lies between Leipzig, Wurzen and Grimma, nestled in a beautiful landscape in the heart of the Mulde Valley. Its districts can be explored on regional cycling routes. They lead through the stunning scenery, past quarries, the climbing forest, Brandis Town Church, over the Kohlenberg or to Beucha, the “Village of Stones”, with its hilltop church visible from afar. Barockschloss Delitzsch - Schlösser in der Region Leipzig City of Towers The town of Delitzsch north of Leipzig impresses visitors with monuments such as the Baroque palace and the medieval fortifications, the town clerk’s house and the Cooperative Museum. The large town park, the well-kept animal park and the rose garden at Moorbad are also well worth seeing. Auenlandschaft in Elstertrebnitz zum Sonnenuntergang Floodplain landscape and mills Elstertrebnitz is a small municipality in Saxony with a history dating back to 1093. Expansive floodplain landscapes along the White Elster invite you to enjoy walks and bike rides. Discover Elstertrebnitz Schloss Frohburg - Schlösser in der Region Leipzig The racing town Thanks to the international Frohburg ADAC Dreieckrennen, which has been held for over 60 years, Frohburg is often referred to as a racing town. It is also well worth visiting sights such as Frohburg Castle with its museum, the Schwind Pavilion, the impressive Gnandstein Castle, or Prießnitz Manor and Castle. Rathaus und Markt Geithain - Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Region Leipzig Idyll and medieval charm Right in the heart of things, between Kohrener Land and the Rochlitz Mulde Valley, lies the small town of Geithain. With its convenient location, Geithain offers the ideal starting point both for excursions and for leisurely exploring. Marktplatz und Rathaus Groitzsch - Städte in der Region Leipzig Modern small town with unique features Set amid a beautiful floodplain landscape, Groitzsch looks back on almost 1,000 years of history. With Wiprechtsburg Castle, the town has a place steeped in history and culture, whose open-air stage integrated into the castle ruins attracts many visitors, especially in the summer months. Bergbau-Technik-Park in Großpösna - Museen in der Region Leipzig A magnet for recreation and culture Großpösna and its districts have now become attractions for recreation and culture. Lake Störmthal, for example, offers numerous leisure opportunities such as the floating art project VINETA, the Mining Technology Park and the cycle route network. Dorfplatz Löbnitz - Ausflugsziele in der Region Leipzig Charming and rural The municipality of Löbnitz is located in a scenic setting. At the beginning of the Düben Heath, the village is framed by the Mulde floodplain and Lake Seelhausen. Here, you can explore nature on the designated circular trails around Lake Großer Goitzschesee and Lake Seelhausen, as well as on the Mulde Cycle Path. Museum Lützen 1632 - Museumscampus History and charm Lützen - in the town center, the magnificent town hall, with its impressive architecture and the statue of Gustav II Adolf, invites visitors to marvel and is considered the heart of the core town with its eleven districts. In this unified municipality, visitors discover a special atmosphere of tradition, history and culture. Der Markkleeberger See ist ein perfekter Ort für Wassersportler - Seen der Region Leipzig From action to relaxation - everything is possible As close to the city as possible, yet surrounded by greenery? If that’s what you’re looking for, you’ve come to the right place. Markkleeberg offers both peace and relaxation as well as numerous leisure opportunities for active pursuits, whether by bike on a well-developed network of paths, in a rubber dinghy through the rapids of the Canoe Park, or simply lying in the sun on the sandy beach. Schloss Altranstädt in Markranstädt - Sehenswürdingkeiten in der Region Leipzig With Energy into the Future In the heart of the Central German metropolitan region and just outside Leipzig, the town of Markranstädt has developed into a first-class place for leisure, living, housing, and work. Turmuhrenmuseum und Kirche von Naunhof - Städte in der Region Leipzig Enjoy pure nature Naunhof is an important attraction in the Leipzig region. This charming small town is surrounded by the largest continuous forest area southeast of Leipzig and is therefore also known as the Green Heart of the Parthenland. At the many swimming lakes, visitors can experience nature at its purest. Die Lagune Kahnsdorf am Hainer See - Ausflugsziele in der Region Leipzig On the shore of Lake Hain There is plenty to discover and experience in the municipality of Neukieritzsch, located in the southern Leipzig New Lake District. Colourful holiday homes and apartments line the promenade at Kahnsdorf Lagoon on Lake Hain. In addition to the local sailing school and a boat hire service, more shops and tourist attractions are being developed for maritime life by the lake. Markt und Rathaus von Pegau - Städte in der Region Leipzig The gateway to Leipzig New Lakeland Set amid a newly created lake landscape, Pegau, with its historic town center, is a popular tourist destination. The Weiße Elster flows through the town and, via water course 1a, runs right across Leipzig New Lakeland all the way to Leipzig. ALL-on-SEA Camp & Sport Resort in Rackwitz - Unterkünfte in der Region Leipzig Variety by the water Schladitz Bay on Lake Schladitz offers plenty of variety for people from near and far seeking relaxation and exercise. In addition to bathing and swimming, visitors can also enjoy the wide range of water sports courses and other sports activities such as beach volleyball or beach handball, and much more. Silbermann-Orgel in der Marienkirche Rötha - Orgeln in der Region Leipzig Home to world-famous organs Rötha, located on the old trade route from Altenburg to Leipzig, was first mentioned in official records in 1127. Today, the town is best known for its two churches with the organs by master organ builder Gottfried Silbermann, which remain world-famous to this day. Modellflugzeugausstellung im Stadtmuseum Schkeuditz - Museen in der Region Leipzig Discover culture and get active Nestled between floodplain forest and the river courses of the White Elster and Luppe, Leipzig/Halle Airport and Lake Schladitz lies the small town of Schkeuditz. Numerous well-developed, nature-oriented bike paths cross the town and its districts, inviting you to stop and linger. Rathaus Taucha - Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Region Leipzig The charming town on the Parthe A trip to the town on the Parthe is always worthwhile. Parks, the Parthe river, which winds its way through the town and its districts, and leisure activities for all ages offer ideal opportunities to stop by here in Taucha. Whether for a day trip, a vacation or a spontaneous detour - the people of Taucha warmly welcome you. Hafen vom Sächsisches Seebad Zwenkau - Aktiv in der Region Leipzig Lovable and family-friendly The charming small town of Zwenkau is surrounded by the largest lake in Leipzig New Lakeland. Here, visitors can enjoy views of the lake, the pyramid of BELANTIS Amusement Park, the Bistumshöhe observation tower and the Leipzig skyline, while experiencing an action-packed holiday. Excursion destinations in Leipzig New Lakeland ----------------------------------------------- Water lovers will be in their element in the Leipzig New Lakeland: In addition to swimming, paddling, sailing and even surfing are all possible. Experience breathtaking roller coaster rides at the amusement park and exciting discovery tours through beautiful **parks** in and , or visit the **zoos** in and , which will make children’s eyes light up. If you would like to experience the surroundings from a different **perspective** , you can climb **observation towers** such as the at Lake Cospuden. In the Leipzig New Lakeland, you can also look forward to **historic museums**, modern **art galleries** and current **exhibitions**. ### Top 10 destinations in Leipzig New Lakeland - Curious to find out more? - Event Highlights 2026 --------------------- Whether **festivals**, **exhibitions**, **concerts** or **sporting events** – the year has many exciting highlights in store in the Leipzig New Lakeland. Every year on the **first weekend in May**, the hiking event “” takes place with over 6,000 participants. But **dragon boat festivals, sailing regattas** and international **canoeing competitions** at have also long since become popular attractions for visitors. The numerous shows, musicals and concerts on the in Hayna provide special **cultural experiences** . In addition, eastern Germany’s largest indie rock festival, the **Highfield Festival**, takes place at Lake Störmthal in August. The most important historical event in the Leipzig New Lakeland is the **Battle of the Nations near Leipzig in 1813**, which marked the beginning of Napoleon’s downfall. Every year in October, the **historic sites** in and around Leipzig become major tourist event attractions for visitors from **all over the world**. - **There's always something going on in Leipzig New Lakeland** - Planetarium programmes for families at the - exciting sporting events such as the and the XXL Paddle Festival - impressive theatre performances at - colourful festivals and lively markets such as the **Delitziöse Evening Markets** Podcast Welcome to Leipzig - The podcast for your Leipzig trip Leipzig Summer Theatre on extraordinary stages - Tourist information ------------------- In the **certified** and **regional information points**, knowledgeable staff are ready to advise you on site. They can help with questions about and tickets, **excursions**, **, restaurants** and . You can also buy regional **souvenirs** here and pick up **brochures and leaflets**. Of the 8 tourist information offices in Leipzig New Lakeland, **two are certified by the German Tourism Association:** the and the **.** You can recognise them by the red "i". The staff specialise in providing you with the best possible **support** during your stay and making an **unforgettable experience** in Leipzig New Lakeland possible. ### Tourist information in Leipzig New Lakeland - Brochure “Under the Open Sky” On the road with a tent and motorhome Do you love traveling by motorhome or caravan? Welcome to the Leipzig Region. This brochure provides an overview of campsites in and around Leipzig, along with excursion tips. - - Hauptbroschüren Region Leipzig Browse, Plan, Book… - Excursion planner - Activity guide - Event flyer - seasonal guest magazines - - ### Blog post Summer, sunshine, fun in the water ---------------------------------- - ### Blog post Mining Technology Park ---------------------- - ### Blog post White-water rafting on Lake Markkleeberg ---------------------------------------- Discover even more water fun ---------------------------- *Play video*Play external content Please accept all necessary cookies to watch this video. Discover the wide range of **water sports opportunities** in the Leipzig Region! Whether you take leisurely **paddling tours** on the **waterways** or try out the **latest trends** in water sports on the lakes - there is something for everyone here. The tourist waterway network connects the cultural city of Leipzig with the surrounding lakes and offers **family-friendly** water touring routes with canoes or rowing boats. **Action lovers** can let off steam with **kitesurfing**, **white-water rafting** at or **wakeboarding** . **Diving**, **sailing** or simply **swimming** - water lovers have plenty of options. Experience relaxing tours across the lakes or along the waterways of the city of Leipzig on various **passenger boats** or motorboats. Enjoy coffee and cake while listening to the captains’ stories and finding out interesting news about the Leipzig Region. In bad weather, you can relax in the **leisure pools** of the Leipzig Region with **fun and** **offers**, while the little ones splash around and slide to their hearts’ content. ### Whether adrenaline junkie or explorer, everyone will find what they’re looking for here - Podcast Welcome to Leipzig - The podcast for your Leipzig trip Vineta on Lake Störmthal - Boat Tour to the Floating Church - Digital city walking tours -------------------------- Delitzsch - City of Towers Lauschtour in Delitzsch - Digitale Angebote der Region Leipzig - Baroque Palace with Baroque Garden - St. Peter and Paul Town Church - Broad Tower Pegau - Variety by the Water Audiowalk Pegau - Digitale Angebote der Region Leipzig - Sculpture Trail - St. Laurentius Church - Town Hall with Market Square All tips for Leipzig New Lakeland at a glance ----------------------------------------------