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Autumn in Leipzig

When the leaves fall...

Drohnenaufnahme von Leipzig im Herbst, wenn die Bäume sich bunt färben und langsam ihre Blätter verlieren.

...then Leipzig really shines!

Autumn in Leipzig. That smell, those colours. Discover Leipzig in autumn and you will be captivated by the city. It doesn't matter whether you take a walk along the Monument to the Battle of the Nations alongside the colourful autumn leaves of Tabaksmühle street or go on a good long, rainproof stroll through the Leipzig arcades. In autumn Leipzig bewitches in a special way. We have gathered our best tips for you here. 

You can enjoy autumn here

View of the large doorway which forms the entrance to the Wildpark Leipzig which is wonderful for a trip with the family, recreational facilities, zoo, adventure, boat rental

Wildpark

The wildlife park in the south of Leipzig is regarded as a centre for recreation, research and conservation of endangered native animal species. You can experience them for yourself in the middle of the city.
View of the entrance to the Panometer in Leipzig, where an exhibition by the artist, Asisi can be seen, museum, cultural venue in Leipzig
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PANOMETER LEIPZIG

The Panometer Leipzig boasts the world's largest 360° panorama with a height of 32 metres. It is housed in a former gasometer.
A green skyline and a blue sky can be seen and in the foreground is a viewing platform from the Wackelturm in the Rosental, Hidden Leipzig, Green Leipzig, Nature, Landmark, Viewpoint

Observation tower "Wackelturm" in the Rosental

High above the treetops of the Leipzig flood plain forest, the observation tower in the Rosental attracts all visitors, who don't have problems with highs to see spectacular views of the green city of Leipzig and its sights.
Sunset in the Clara Zetkin Park which gives the trees long shadows, green Leipzig, leisure

Clara Zetkin Park

Clara Zetkin Park to the south of Leipzig's city centre includes the historic Johannapark, Palmengarten, Volkspark, Scheibenholz and Albertpark.
View of the crematorium in the South Cemetery, which is located next to the Monument to the Battle of Leipzig, landmarks, Green Leipzig

Südfriedhof

Covering an area of 82 hectares, the Südfriedhof in the south of Leipzig is the largest cemetery in the city and one of the largest park-style cemeteries in all of Germany.
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Regina Palast Leipzig

In the Regina Palace in Reudnitz, moviegoers get their money's worth for current films and low prices.
View of the Café Kümmel Apotheke in the Mädler-Passage which is the most famous example of the special courtyard and passage architecture in Leipzig, and where today your can find many fine shops, culture

Mädler Passage (Grimmaische Straße/Neumarkt)

Leipzig's most impressive arcade is the best place to experience the architectural and historical grandeur of this city of trade fairs and commerce. You're invited - to enjoy, wander and marvel.
A monkey sitting on a branch in Leipzig Zoo, which is perfect for a family excursion, animal park, recreational venue, sights, Gondwanaland
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Leipzig Zoo

Six different themed worlds invite you to enjoy tropical flair and rare animal species in the middle of a German city at the Leipzig Zoo.
View into a showroom in Leipzig's former cotton spinning mill with visitors looking at exhibits and pictures during a tour.

Leipzig Baumwollspinnerei

Located in Leipzig's Lindenau district, the former cotton spinning mill, the Baumwollspinnerei has become internationally acclaimed for its contemporary art.
View of the Monument to the Battle of the Nations in Leipzig in the sunshine, which boasts an unusual style of architecture for Leipzig and is truly worth seeing, cultural venue

Monument to the Battle of the Nations

The monument commemorates the decisive battle against Napoleon in October 1813, which was fought in the fields around Leipzig.

Autumn is festival time in Leipzig

Leipzig's Autumn Festivals

On stage at the Leipzig cabaret Academixer, lots of costumed actors perform and make powerful gestures.
Two jazz musicians play trumpet and cello on stage during the Leipzig Jazz Days.
A view from above onto the cinema foyer, from where many visitors are waiting to see a film.
The Grassi Museum's Pfeilerhalle (Hall of Pillars) is an exhibition space that attracts numerous visitors.
Three Designers' Open visitors look at art on display in the exhibition hall.
Two ballet dancers dance on the stage of a theatre in colourful costumes.

Take a stroll through Leipzig in autumn

Autumn is time for rummaging

The flea market at the Old Trade Fair in the morning light, with the silhouette of the Monument to the Battle of the Nations in the background.

Are you an antique fan, collector of rare objects or just a bargain hunter? In autumn, the Leipzig flea markets frequently beckon you to stroll through and browse.

Ready to shop?

Höfe am Brühl

Since 2012, the Höfe am Brühl, a modern, inner-city shopping centre, has been inviting you to shop, stroll, eat and drink.
View into the Messehof arcade near the Mädler arcade which exemplifies the architecture of the courtyards and arcades in Leipzig and is perfect for shopping, leisure activities, culture.

Messehof Arcade (Petersstraße/Neumarkt)

The Messehof Arcade is one of the more recent arcades in Leipzig. It runs between Neumarkt and Petersstraße.
View of the Café Kümmel Apotheke in the Mädler-Passage which is the most famous example of the special courtyard and passage architecture in Leipzig, and where today your can find many fine shops, culture

Mädler Passage (Grimmaische Straße/Neumarkt)

Leipzig's most impressive arcade is the best place to experience the architectural and historical grandeur of this city of trade fairs and commerce. You're invited - to enjoy, wander and marvel.
View of the Petersbogen arcade in Petersstraße where you can shop, leisure facilities

Petersbogen (Petersstraße)

The Petersbogen combines shopping, architecture and the flair of Leipzig's city centre in an exciting way.
View of Leipzig Central Station from the air, with the Promenadenring to the left, shopping, arrival, transport

Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig

The shopping centre in Europe's largest terminus station attracts up to 70,000 visitors daily from Leipzig, the region and all parts of the country.
View into the passage of Steibs Hof which is an example of the architecture of the courtyards and arcades in Leipzig and is suitable for browsing and shopping, culture

Steibs Hof/Dussmann Arcade (Nikolaistraße/Brühl boulevard)

Steib's court at the Dussmann Arcade is an example of neo-baroque in Leipzig. The sandstone decor of the accentuated central axis trumps even the richest town house façades of the 18th century.
View into the Königshaus arcade near the Mädler arcade, which is an example of the architecture of Leipzig's courtyards and arcades, but today is particularly suitable for shopping, culture

Königshaus Passage (at the market)

On the southern side of Leipzig Market is the Königshaus, whose arcade enhances the building with a large number of shops.

Explore Leipzig in the rain

Our favourite bad weather spots

View of the Old Town Hall at Market Square, which, until 1905, housed the City Administration Offices and which is now home to the Stadtgeschichtliches Museum and a plethora of shops, cultural venue, shopping, sights, museums in Leipzig, architecture
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Old City Hall

The Old Town Hall is a historic building in the centre of Leipzig. This city landmark is located directly on the market square.
Exhibition hall in the Kunstkraftwerk Leipzig, museum, cultural institutions, art spaces, gallery
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Kunstkraftwerk Leipzig

The Kunstkraftwerk is an extraordinary new cultural location in a former cogeneration power plant.
View of the GfzK Galerie für zeitgenössische Kunst building, which also has a shop for designer pieces, cultural institutions in Leipzig, exhibition
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GfZK, Museum of Contemporary Art

The Gallery for Contemporary Art is one of the first places fans of contemporary art visit. This is where different artistic positions meet.
View of the St. Nicholas Church and the St. Nicholas Column in St. Nicholas Church Square, where the prayers for peace which led to the Peace Revolution took place, cultural venue, history of Leipzig, sights

St. Nicholas Church

St. Nicholas Church is the oldest and largest church in Leipzig. Together with St. Thomas Church, it is one of the two best-known churches in the city. In autumn 1989, the St. Nicholas Church was the central starting point of the Peaceful Revolution in th
View of the Old Town Hall at Market Square, which, until 1905, housed the City Administration Offices and which is now home to the Stadtgeschichtliches Museum and a plethora of shops, cultural venue, shopping, sights, museums in Leipzig, architecture
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Stadtgeschichtliches Museum Leipzig (Museum of City History)

The history of the city of Leipzig is anchored in the Stadtgeschichtliches Museum (Museum of City History) and is presented at various locations on the basis of contemporary testimonies.
View of the illuminated St. Thomas Church in twilight, where the famous St. Thomas Choir of Leipzig perform, and which constitutes one of Leipzig, the Music City's most prominent attractions, cultural venue

St. Thomas Church

The St. Thomas Church is a house of worship, place of music, home of the St. Thomas Choir and final resting place of Johann Sebastian Bach. It is, after the St. Nicholas Church, the second-most central church in Leipzig's city centre.
View of the spinning mill and some information stands during a tour of the site with its many galleries and art spaces where wonderful exhibitions can be seen, cultural institution, industrial heritage

Spinnerei Art Centre

Today, the building of the old cotton spinning mill houses numerous art studios, which host exhibitions and galleries of various national and international artists.
Exhibition room in the Museum of Fine Arts Leipzig with a painting on the wall, gallery, cultural institution
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Museum of Fine Arts

Admire a wide range of paintings, sculptures and prints from the late Middle Ages to contemporary art in the Museum of Fine Arts. Many of these works were donated by citizens, giving the exhibition a very personal perspective.

Fall into autumn activities in Leipzig

Autumn is Leipzig time!

Leipzig's central station is part of the city's silhouette.
Autumn sunshine with a view of Leipzig Central Station and the city skyline.

Leipzig Card

All LEIPZIG CARDS can be obtained from individuals wearing a yellow jumper as per the picture, Welcome Card, discounts, recreational venues, cultural venues, your stay, gastronomy

Happy-go-lucky travel and great discounts!

A mother and her sons stroll through the Mädler Arcade on a summer day ©Philipp Kirschner