Printable maps of Leipzig
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Leipzig
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Leipzig with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Leipzig area
This Leipzig map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Leipzig and surroundings
Germany - moving around the country
Most tourists come to Germany by plane. This is one of the safest ways to travel. Besides that, it’s very comfortable. More than 40 airports operate in Germany. In different cities of the country, there are international airports that welcome flights from Europe and Americas. The largest of them is Frankfurt am Main. In the world rating, this airport occupies the third position by the volume of passenger traffic. There are 5 comfortable rooms, snack bars and restaurants, as well as shops with souvenirs.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Germany
Germans are very fond of carnivals. The Carnival of culture takes place in Berlin. That’s a symbol of tolerance and respect for people of different races or skin colors. Another carnival is Fastnacht; it takes place before the start of Lent. During the celebration, everything is allowed to women and men. They can eat any food in unlimited quantities, drink alcohol, have fun and entertain in all conceivable ways. According to one tradition, women can attack men and cut off their ties, usually in bars. For the carnival procession, citizens of the country dress up in costumes of devils, buffoons, wild people, yeti, witches, and fairy-tale characters. … Open
Photogallery of Leipzig sights
Our guide to Leipzig
Travel guide to Leipzig
Fans of classical music in Leipzig will be interested to visit another place – the Mendelssohn House Museum. In the city, there is an old house in which Felix Mendelssohn spent the last years of his life. In the historical building, the atmosphere of the past was kept as much as possible. Here, the belongings of the famous composer, his letters and various historical documents were preserved. One of Leipzig's … Open 
Leipzig for children - what to visit
The main children’s landmark in Leipzig is the zoo. It is quite large and houses animals from all over the world. Here you can watch koalas and giraffes, stroll through the exotic tropical pavilions and see dangerous predators. There is an excellent aquarium on the territory of the zoo with a rich collection of marine inhabitants. Experienced tourists recommend visiting the zoo during the hours when its … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
Karstadt is aimed at a wide range of customers, being known for its moderate prices. Ladies will love its shops full of trendy clothes, cosmetics, and perfumes, and gentlemen would be happy to visit excellent clothing stores and sports pavilions. Numerous specialized stores selling not only toys but also clothes for children of different ages are waiting for vacationing families. Besides, the city has many … Open
Advices for travellers
4. The word ‘ab’ can be seen on many price tags in shops and at markets. This means that price shown is minimal for this good, but after you have chosen a particular thing, it can become much higher. In this case, it’s better to clarify the real value of goods immediately. 5. To rent a car you need an international driver's license and passport as well as necessary deposit on a credit … Open
Active recreation
Escape rooms are especially popular in the city, and the best centers offering this kind of entertainment are SherLOCKRooms and Adventure Rooms. The first one is completely dedicated to Sherlock Holmes, there is a room of the famous detective and his main enemy, Professor Moriarty. Adventure Rooms has three rooms to choose from: one is themed on an old-fashioned GDR room, the other shows what was hidden in the … Open
Festivals and events in Leipzig
Of great interest to hundreds of travelers is the Leipziger Jazztage, which is held in early October at various cultural institutions - from concert halls and clubs to the Leipzig Opera House. Not only eminent jazz and blues musicians but also those playing in other related genres like soul, rock, and funk attend it as participants. The early March in Leipzig is the time for another interesting festival called … Open
