--- title: "Auwaldstation Leipzig" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/poi/auwaldstation-leipzig" description: "Located at the \"entrance\" to the Burgaue nature reserve and Lützschena Castle Park, the Auwaldstation invites guests of all ages to get to know one of the most beautiful and valuable natural areas in the region all year round. With a wealth of information on nature topics and a varied range of excursions, hikes, workshops and creative workshops, the Auwaldstation is an educational facility and meeting place. Both on the first floor of the building and in the outdoor areas, various experience areas provide information on numerous environmental and nature topics. The focus is on Leipzig's alluvial forest and the palace park. The second podcast episode of \"Welcome to Leipzig\" on the topic of \"Hiking and cycling in Leipzig\" features an interview with Managing Director Sebastian Günther and more facts about the local nature reserve and its animal inhabitants.Offers:Guided themed floodplain forest hikes and excursions (e.g. floodplain forest rally). Project offers for nursery groups and school classesNature conservation information point (access for the disabled)Lectures, travel reports, guided tours on various topics relating to flora and faunaGuided tour of the castle parkCultural events (readings, exhibitions, concerts, theater)" language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/923043/3006df8634e31f1473c1783ff67992ebf8272605b872e7212586d9fd5927e1dd/auwaldstation-leipzig-places-of-interest-in-leipzig.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Special > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- Share Auwaldstation Leipzig ===================== - Information centre in nature park - Information desk in nature park - Environmental station Auwaldstation Leipzig - Places of interest in Leipzig Observation platform at the Auwaldstation Leipzig - Sights in Leipzig The Auwaldstation Leipzig is located directly on the Weiße Elster - an adventure center that focuses on local nature. Located at the "entrance" to the Burgaue nature reserve and Lützschena Castle Park, the Auwaldstation invites guests of all ages to get to know one of the most beautiful and valuable natural areas in the region all year round. With a wealth of information on nature topics and a varied range of excursions, hikes, workshops and creative workshops, the Auwaldstation is an educational facility and meeting place. Both on the first floor of the building and in the outdoor areas, various experience areas provide information on numerous environmental and nature topics. The focus is on Leipzig's alluvial forest and the palace park. The second podcast episode of on the topic of "Hiking and cycling in Leipzig" features an interview with Managing Director Sebastian Günther and more facts about the local nature reserve and its animal inhabitants. **Offers:** - Guided themed floodplain forest hikes and excursions (e.g. floodplain forest rally). - Project offers for nursery groups and school classes - Nature conservation information point (access for the disabled) - Lectures, travel reports, guided tours on various topics relating to flora and fauna - Guided tour of the castle park - Cultural events (readings, exhibitions, concerts, theater) Read more Good to know ------------ Openings Weekends and public holidays: November to March: 10:00 to 16:00 April to October: 12:00 to 18:00 Dayoff: Monday Read more Price info The floodplain exhibition in the interior and the exhibitions in the courtyard and outside are free of charge. One-way ticket for the observation platform: Adults € 3 Reduced 2 € Children up to 3 years free Information on reduced prices: Children up to the age of 12 as well as students, severely disabled persons and holders of the Leipzig Pass receive a reduced ticket for the observation platform with exhibition on the treetop on presentation of valid proof. Read more Eligibility - for Groups - for Class - for individual guests - Suitable for the Elderly Foreign Language German Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities By public transport: The nearest station is Leipzig, Lützschena (streetcar line 11). From there it is about a 7-minute walk to the Auwaldstation. Alternatively, take the S-Bahn line S3 to the Leipzig-Lützschena stop. From there it is approx. 21 minutes on foot to the Auwaldstation. By car: Drive along Georg-Schumann-Straße to Schlosshof (Schlossweg 9, 04159 Leipzig) and park there. There is no parking lot directly at the Auwaldstation. Read more Social Media Read more Contact person Mr. Sebastian GüntherSchlossweg 11 04159 Leipzig Organization Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH License (master data) Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Information desk in nature park - Park/garden - Park/garden - Tours 3.97 km - Themed hiking trail 2.45 km - Themed hiking trail Contact **Auwaldstation Leipzig gGmbH** Schlossweg 11 04159 Leipzig - Lützschena-Stahmeln