--- title: "Podcast \"Willkommen in Leipzig\" ♥ Leipzig Region" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/podcast-welcome-to-leipzig" description: "Alle Folgen unseres Podcasts für deine Leipzig Reise ► Entdecke Leipzig & Region. Wir freuen uns auf dich! Bis bald!" language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Special > Header > Navigation > Podcast \"Welcome to Leipzig\"" --- Welcome to Leipzig - The podcast for your trip to Leipzig ========================================================= Welcome to Leipzig - The Podcast for your trip to Leipzig Leipzig is a city full of diversity and opportunities: culture enthusiasts can look forward to world-renowned music institutions, traditional cultural venues, as well as hidden creative hotspots with galleries and workshops. Leisure lovers will also get their money's worth, whether it's an extended shopping trip in the city centre, a bike tour to the region's castles and palaces, or a swimming excursion to the Leipzig New Lake District. The Zoo Leipzig is the perfect destination for kids and parents, the hiking trails in and around Leipzig are waiting to be discovered, and anyone who simply wants to relax will find a refreshing wellness offer. In "Welcome to Leipzig - The podcast for your Leipzig trip" Klara and Axel present all these facets and dedicate one episode each month to a specific Leipzig theme. The two set off on a journey of discovery through the city and region, providing information and inspiration for anyone planning a trip to Leipzig – whether active and nature holidaymakers, city travellers, family trip planners, or culture enthusiasts. The episodes can be listened to directly on this page, provided you agree to the cookies for statistical purposes, and are also available on the common podcast platforms. - - - - The latest episode ------------------ Episode 1 - Gewandhaus zu Leipzig: True pleasure is a serious matter -------------------------------------------------------------------- Leipzig is a city of music! Hosts Lukas and Paula visit the great Gewandhaus zu Leipzig to find out more about the musical history of the city. They meet with musician Dorothea Hemken and the director for the Gewandhaus, Andreas Schulz, to talk about their work and inspiration. ### Tips from this Episode Episode 2 – Mendelssohn-Haus: The caring conductor -------------------------------------------------- Behind a rather inconspicuous house front in the center of Leipzig lies one of the city’s most historically relevant places: The last residence of musician and composer Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. Today it’s a museum where authenticity and progressiveness go hand in hand to keep the spirit of the Mendelssohn family alive. Join Paula and Lukas on a tour through this prestigious place! ### Tips from this Episode Episode 3 – Bach-Museum: Celebrating diligence ---------------------------------------------- A white wig and a stern look in his eyes: That’s how we know one of Germany’s most brilliant composers, organists and choirmasters Johann Sebastian Bach. One of only two portraits of him can be found at the Bose-house right next to St. Thomas Church in the city center of Leipzig. This place, which Bach himself once frequented, was built into a museum that Lukas and Paula will explore with you today. Discover fascinating historical instruments, learn more about Bach’s life and find out what hidden message lies behind Bach’s famous portrait. ### Tips from this Episode Episode 4 – Opera Leipzig: A little something for everybody ----------------------------------------------------------- This episode brings us back to Leipzig’s Augustusplatz, but this time we are spending a night at the opera. And there’s a lot happening in this beautiful 1960s building: Paula and Lukas steer their way through stage constructions, dance practices, singing rehearsals and meet some interesting people along the way. ### Tips from this Episode Episode 5 - Colditz Castle Experience with the HistoPad – an interactive time travel ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Colditz Castle rises majestically above the river Zwickauer Mulde in the Leipzig region, an unmistakable relic of the Renaissance. But once inside, it becomes clear that the walls, in which remnants of GDR wallpaper contrast with painted ceilings from the 16th century, have survived many more eras. Join Aileen and Axel on their tour of Colditz Castle in this podcast episode and find out more about its exciting and dark past. Learn about daring escape attempts and its time as a prisoner of war camp, mental institution and hospital. Find out how this lost place comes to life in a very special way with the help of the new HistoPad, an interactive tablet, in this episode of “Welcome to Leipzig”. This podcast episode is co-financed from tax revenues on the basis of the budget agreed by the Members of the State Parliament of Saxony. - - ### Tips from this Episode Episode 6 - From Protest to Peace: The History and Heritage of the Peaceful Revolution in Leipzig ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Step back in time with us in this episode of “Welcome to Leipzig”! We’re travelling back to 1989, when the citizens of Leipzig began the peaceful revolution that brought down the East German regime. Join Aileen, Axel and our special guest, Marius Wittwer, a local history student and city guide, as we explore the key sites along the route taken by the protesters, including Nikolai’s Church and the “Runde Ecke”. Discover how Leipzig commemorates this significant event through the annual Festival of Lights on 9 October – a poignant, artistic celebration! This podcast episode is co-financed from tax revenues on the basis of the budget agreed by the Members of the State Parliament of Saxony. - - - - - - ### Tips from this Episode Episode 7 - Faust, Fables & Fine Wine: The Auerbach’s Cellar ---------------------------------------------------------------- According to legend, Dr. Faust rode out of Auerbach’s wine bar on a barrel. Whether or not this really took place is open to interpretation. What is certain, however, is that the scene in Goethe’s ’Faust’ takes place in the famous wine bar and restaurant in Leipzig, which has been frequently visited ever since. The wine cellar dates back to the 15th century and was enlarged over the following years. But who was Auerbach? And why was this wine bar so popular among students back then? Axel and Aileen take you underground to take a closer look at this legendary place. Find out more in this episode of Welcome to Leipzig, the podcast for your trip to Leipzig. This podcast episode is co-financed from tax revenues on the basis of the budget agreed by the Members of the State Parliament of Saxony. ### Tips from this Episode Episode 8 - Canoeing in Leipzig: All-inclusive canoe tour to Lake Cospuden -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Leipzig is a city of water, with around 180 kilometres of rivers flowing through it and beautiful lakes like Lake Cospuden. The city’s water network is perfect for exploring Leipzig by boat. But where to start? Leipzig city harbor (Stadthafen Leipzig) is the central hub, offering canoe and motorboat tours, and is besides that an event location with restaurant and cafe. Opened in June 2026, it’s a must-visit. In this episode, Axel and new podcast host Klara explore how to plan an all-inclusive canoe tour to Lake Cospuden, find the most scenic water spots, and discover the best locations and activities at the Lake. This podcast episode is co-financed from tax revenues on the basis of the budget agreed by the Members of the State Parliament of Saxony. - - - ### Tips from this Episode Episode 9: The Monument to the Battle of the Nations ---------------------------------------------------- Leipzig's Grandest Landmark Monumental, steeped in history and impossible to miss: in this episode of “Welcome to Leipzig”, Klara and Axel head up one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Together with Dr Crawford Matthews, curator of the Monument to the Battle of the Nations, they delve into the momentous events of 1813 in Leipzig and explore the eventful history of this monument, which still commemorates a war that proved decisive for all of Europe. Which virtues were considered desirable in 1813? How were they reinterpreted and instrumentalised in the eras that followed? What values does the monument represent for us today, and how can we experience the ’Völki’ anew? And just how many steps does the Battle of the Nations Monument actually have? Join us to find out in this episode! This podcast episode is co-financed from tax revenues on the basis of the budget agreed by the Members of the State Parliament of Saxony. - ### Tips from Episode 9