The Tin Figure Museum in the Dölitz Gatehouse is one of the largest museums of its kind in Europe. On three floors, artistically designed individual figures and tin figure dioramas show "history in miniature". In total, over 100.000 tin figures are waiting to be discovered.
The focus of the exhibition is the Napoleonic era with the Battle of the Nations near Leipzig in 1813. The highlight of the gatehouse is the approximately 25 m² large historical diorama of the Battle of the Nations near Leipzig. It also shows how the cityscape of Leipzig has changed over the centuries! The diverse history of Dölitz - a place that Goethe liked to visit during his time as a student in Leipzig - invites you to discover! In addition, there are numerous dioramas on antiquity (e.g. Babylon), the Middle Ages and the events of the 18th century to marvel at. One exhibition room focuses on the history and production of the tin figure. It shows everything worth knowing about the tin figure - from the idea and drawing, to the engraving, to the casting, painting and diorama construction.
Constantly changing special exhibitions and a museum shop, where you can buy tin figures as well as all sorts of items related to the themes of tin figures, the Battle of the Nations and Napoleon, as well as Leipzig souvenirs, round off the overall picture of the exhibition.
Good to know
Opening hours
Please note!
In 2025, the museum will also be open on the following days from 10 a.m. to 17 p.m.: May 2nd and May 30th.
Access to the museum is only possible between June 6 and 9, 2025 with an entrance ticket to the Pagan Village as part of the WGT (Wave Gothic Meeting)!
Closing time at the turn of the year 2025/26: December 22nd, 2025 to January 2nd, 2026. However, group inquiries are also possible during this time! The first regular opening day in 2026 is January 3rd.
Guided tours are also possible outside opening hours!
Price information
Guided tours: flat rate 35,00 €
Family ticket is valid for two adults and up to two children.
For LEIPZIG REGIO CARD users: discount of 0,50 €
Children from 7 years,
Pupils,
trainees,
students,
people with disabilities,
Leipzig Pass holders
If the disability card has a “B” on it, the accompanying person receives free admission
fitness
Bad weather offer
for any weather
Arrival & Parking
Car: The Dölitz gatehouse is located in the southern part of Leipzig in Dölitz-Dösen and can be reached via the B2 and Goethesteig.
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Leipzig Tourism and Marketing GmbH
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Leipzig Tourism and Marketing GmbH
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