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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Leipzig: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Leipzig
- Leipzig, known for its fairs and markets since the Middle Ages, is located in the Saxon Lowlands at the confluence of the Weisse Elster and the Pleisse rivers.
- Leipzig gained enormous commercial influence due to its location on vital trade routes.
- After being granted the right to organise fairs, it overtook Dresden as the leading city in Saxony.
- Leipzig became a central hub for the book trade and a centre for art and learning.
- This legacy continues as evidenced by its long-established publishing houses, important libraries (particularly the German Library), and the International Book Fair.
- It has historically been a cultural centre, and Bach and Mendelssohn were both born there.
- Martin Luther preached here, and Goethe used one of its eateries to stage scenes from Faust.
- Leipzig is now one of the most popular tourist attractions in eastern Germany, and it is frequently listed as one of Europe's most livable towns due to its rich cultural and musical past.
- It is a reasonably manageable city for tourists, with enough to do right in the tiny Old Town.
- International Airport: Leipzig/Halle Airport
- Population: 601,000
- Currency: North German Thaler
- Time: UTC/GMT +2 hours
- Driving side: Right
- Main Electricity: 230 V
- Official Language: German
- Religion: Roman Catholic
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Leipzig
- Nikolaikirche is well-known for its role in the nonviolent campaign that resulted in the fall of the Berlin Wall.
- The Old Town Hall in Leipzig is a beautiful architectural monument and a museum that chronicles the city's history from the Middle Ages to the current day.
- The Museum of Fine Arts in Leipzig displays the best in art with rotating exhibitions and an exceptional permanent collection.
- In what was once East Germany, Distillery is one of the oldest techno clubs.
- Panorama Tower, also known as City-Hochhaus, is the place to go if you want to see sweeping views of the city.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Leipzig
- Summertime is the most outstanding season to visit Leipzig. It's also when many local events, such as the Street Music Festival, take place in Leipzig.
- Summers: - Summers (May to September) are generally warm, with average temperatures of 19°C and daytime temperatures of 24°C.
- Winters: - From November 29 to February 27, the cold season lasts, with an average daily high temperature of fewer than 7 degrees Celsius.
- The coldest months are December through February when you can expect widespread, nightly frosts, especially in January.
- Spring: - This is the finest time to visit Leipzig since the weather improves as the days grow longer and the flora and wildlife bloom.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Leipzig
Markt and Old City Hall
- Leipzig's Markt, the heart of city life for centuries, is dominated by the Old City Hall (Rathaus), a Renaissance tower finished in 1556 and recognised as one of Germany's most beautiful Renaissance buildings.
- The tower is asymmetrically positioned over the main entrance, with its Baroque crown.
- A roofed balcony above it is utilised for public proclamations, with trumpeters costumed in traditional garb frequently appearing.
- The arcades in the front were built in 1907 to replace the wooden shops and booths that had previously stood here, but shops still exist beneath the arcade.
- A museum inside the Rathaus houses artefacts and images dating from mediaeval fairs through the 1989 "peaceful revolution" in Leipzig.
- A farmers market and a stage for performances during the city's several music festivals are located inside the vast space.
The Music at St. Thomas Church
- The world-famous St. Thomas Boys' Choir is based at St. Thomas Church (Thomaskirche), located southwest of Leipzig's Markt.
- Initially serving as an Augustinian monastery, St. Thomas was modified over time.
- In the 15th century, it was given the design of a Late Gothic hall church, a typical style in Upper Saxony.
- Between 1872 and 1889, construction on the west front was completed. After Martin Luther preached here in 1539, the church choir became a focal point for Protestant religious music.
- The Christmas Oratorio, twice-weekly motets, Bach Passion concerts, and choir and organ performances draw music lovers to St. Thomas.
- Johann Sebastian Bach was the church's choirmaster from 1723 to 1750, and his ashes are placed here.
- Outside the church, in a little square, a statue of Bach commemorates his service as choirmaster.
- Directly across the street from the church are the Bach Research Institute and Memorial and the Bach Archives.
St. Nicholas Church and Miracle of Leipzig Monument
- St. Nicholas Church (Nikolaikirche) was built in the 12th century and has seen several alterations over the centuries, the most recent of which occurred in the 1700s when its interior was renovated into the Neoclassical style.
- White columns rise to capitals from which palm fronds appear to explode and support the groined roof.
- It's a surprising twist in an otherwise Neoclassical setting. The church's organ is recognised as one of Europe's finest, and several compositions by Johann Sebastian Bach, music director here and at St. Thomas Church, were premiered here.
- Outside, in the Nikolaikirchhof plaza, a monument honours the church's function as a rallying place for anti-communist rallies in East Germany in 1989, with a monument that echoes the design of the columns and their palm capitals.
- After the weekly Friedensgebet in St. Nicholas Church on September 4, 1989, the insurrection known as Monday Demonstrations erupted spontaneously, without being planned or organised.
- The communist leadership was alarmed by the nonviolent demonstrations every Monday.
- On October 9, a peaceful march of approximately 70,000 people carrying lit candles encountered an armed security force of 8,000 people who had been given orders to shoot.
- The Leipzig Miracle occurred when the crowd's size and pacifism convinced the forces not to fire.
- As word of the night's events spread, similar demonstrations were held in other East German cities, eventually leading to Germany's reunification.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Leipzig Off the Beaten Track
The Nations Monument
- The Volkerschlachtdenkmal, or Battle of the Nations Monument, is one of Germany's most notable monuments and an excellent example of Wilhelmine architecture.
- It was constructed in 1913 to commemorate Napoleon's loss at the Battle of the Nations in Leipzig in 1813, and it is Europe's most significant military memorial.
- Nearly 600,000 soldiers fought on this battlefield in the most significant conflict in Europe before World War I.
- Napoleon's army was soundly crushed, and he was forced to retire to France, resulting in his exile to Elba the following year.
- Twelve-meter heroic statues surround the monument and its interior chamber, and the observation platform, 91 metres above (a lengthy climb and no elevator), offers a breathtaking perspective.
Neues Gewandhaus
- The Gewandhaus, the magnificent home of Leipzig's world-famous Gewandhaus Orchestra, is located just east of the University.
- The three-story hall, completed in 1981 and known for its excellent acoustics, is brimming with works by modern artists.
- The Grosser Saal, the city's main performance hall, houses one of the city's two Schuke organs (the other is at St. Thomas Church).
- The hall holds organ performances during the Bach Festival in June and several other special events, in addition to its renowned performance programme.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Leipzig Culture and Traditions
- Although Leipzig's economy and population declined after the fall of Communism as its youth fled to the West, it has recently enjoyed a recovery.
- There are many exciting things to do and places to visit for a city holiday.
- But, perhaps most crucially, Leipzig has an indefinable spirit that elevates it above the sum of its elements.
- This can be seen in Connewitz's southern district, where dreadlocked teenagers congregate in vegan restaurants and anarchist squats, or at the annual WGT gothic festival, which draws over 20,000 goths from all over the world for a bizarre (but good-natured) celebration of death, decadence, and darkwave.
- In a nutshell, Leipzig is filled with creative energy, full of enthusiasm, and never dull.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Leipzig: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Schweinshaxe
#Food
- Schweinshaxe is a term commonly used in southern Germany, particularly in Bavaria, to describe a pig knuckle that has been roasted for hours until it is thoroughly cooked.
- The skin has turned golden brown and crispy.
- Pork knuckles are a mainstay of traditional German cuisine, and they go by various names, including hachse, haxe, haxn, knöchla, hechse, hämmchen, and bötel, depending on the location and preparation method.
- Eisbein is a northern variation of the dish boiled after being cured or pickled.
- Despite its widespread availability in eateries across the country and region, Schweinshaxe is a must-try delicacy at the celebrated folk festival Oktoberfest.
Sauerbraten
#Food
- One of the most acceptable ways to turn harder pieces of beef into a delicate, delicious dish is to make a traditional German pot roast.
- The most popular cuts for this German classic are chuck and bottom round.
- The secret to superb sauerbraten is a long marinade of red wine, acidic vinegar, and spices that tenderises the meat while infusing it with sharp, tangy flavours.
- After long hours of braising, the residual boiling liquid is whipped into einbrenne (roux) and then boiled into a thick, dark gravy.
- Sauerbraten is typically served with spätzle egg noodles, bread dumplings, boiled potatoes, and a side of braised or roasted red cabbage.
Rouladen
#Food
- Rouladen are beef rolls that are loaded with a variety of fillings.
- A creamy sauce is always served alongside them.
- The rolls are often made with long, thin beef steaks that have been pounded, highly seasoned, and coated in a layer of harsh German mustard to flavour the meat while keeping it moist and tender.
- Traditional rouladen stuffing consists of small strips of bacon and sliced pickles.
- However, numerous distinct regional variations exist, such as carrots, onion, or bread. The steaks are delicious.
The station building
#Fashion
- Many passengers arriving at Leipzig's Hauptbahnhof train station begin shopping directly on the platform.
- The station structure is akin to a vast retail mall, with over 140 stores and numerous significant supermarkets such as Aldi and Metro.
- Passengers will find a vast "Saturn" electronic goods store and attractive clothing from well-known brands, cosmetics and perfumes, books, and souvenirs.
- Every year on Christmas Eve, a fair is held at the main railway station building.
Hoefe am Bruehl
#Fashion
- Hoefe am Bruehl, a renowned shopping centre in Leipzig attracts travellers with a range of businesses providing inexpensive goods.
- This is an excellent spot to go for a walk if you're looking for new clothes and accessories, technological gadgets and home goods, cosmetics, and children's items.
Paunsdorf Center
#Fashion
- Paunsdorf Center has 180 businesses, including dozens of children's and adult fashion stores, fascinating kitchenware shops, and shopping pavilions with home products.
- Several good souvenir shops may be found in this retail mall.
- Customers may shop here in a very tranquil and uncrowded atmosphere because it is located outside the city centre.
Belantis Theme Park
#Fun
- Belantis Theme Park, located just south of Leipzig in the Leipzig Lake District, is the largest theme park in eastern Germany, with over 60 attractions spread across eight themed zones.
- Among other Belantis worlds, visitors can explore the "Valley of the Pharaohs" and "Prairie of the Indians."
- Even young visitors will find something to keep them entertained in the many themed zones.
- They can go on a desert trip, participate in a temple rally, or ride a wobbly bike in the "Tour de Franz."
- Bigger thrill enthusiasts will love the Huracan rollercoaster and its five loops, as well as the Flight of the Gods attraction, where they can control the wings of their jet.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Leipzig: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The Leipziger Botanische Gärten may be traced back to 1542 when it was established as a medicinal plant garden for the former Dominican convent of St. Paul on Augustusplatz.
- It was moved to its current location in 1877.
- Despite World War II devastation, this nine-acre park contains 4,500 plant species from 1800 genera, with specimens from Eastern Europe, North America, Asia, and South America.
- Among the highlights are the herb garden, "scent and touch" garden, and a series of enormous greenhouses filled with cacti, subtropical, and tropical plants from throughout the world.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Leipzig Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- The organising committee, which includes the municipal administration, site operators, friends, showpeople, and Peter & Paul GmbH, is now in its 11th round of planning the Peter & Paul Festival celebrations.
- You want to make the Peter & Paul Festival stand out and attract visitors from all around the world.
- The Peter & Paul Festival attracts tourists from beyond Saxony's boundaries, with up to 40,000 visitors throughout the weekend and over 35% from the neighbouring area.
- The arch spans more than six stages, stretching from a mediaeval concert to a popular party, making our event one of a kind.
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