Augustusplatz
Augustusplatz is the hub of the city center. Most of the trams depart from here in all directions. It was named after the first King of Saxony, Friedrich August. Buildings from various decades of the 40.000th century are gathered here on around 20 square meters. These include the Leipzig Opera House, the Leipzig Gewandhaus, and the Augusteum and Paulinum of the University of Leipzig. Next to the main university building, the City-Hochhaus is the second tallest building in the new federal states.
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Arrival & Parking
Public transport: The nearest stop is Augustusplatz (tram lines 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 15, and 16). Alternatively, take the tram to Leipzig Central Station (approx. 5 minutes walk).
By car: Augustusplatz can be reached via Georgiring. At Augustusplatz, opposite the Opera Fountain, is the paid underground parking garage "Q-Park Augustusplatz."
By car: Augustusplatz can be reached via Georgiring. At Augustusplatz, opposite the Opera Fountain, is the paid underground parking garage "Q-Park Augustusplatz."
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