Leipzig & surrounding area - Highlights
South of Leipzig, former brown coal open-pit mines have transformed into the lakes of Neuseenland, now destinations for swimming, cycling and water sports. The Leipzig Auwald forest runs through the city like a green ribbon along rivers and canals. The Saxon metropolis itself is easily accessible via short routes. This way, water, forest and culture are all close together.
There is a lot to discover. We have selected the best sights and cycling and hiking destinations for you:
Cospudener See
The home beach of Neuseenland on the southern edge of the city — sandy beach, harbour and an asphalted cycle route.
Markkleeberg & Störmthal Lake
Two young opencast mining lakes connected by a lock; paddling is possible in the whitewater channel at the canoe park.
Leipzig Floodplain Forest
One of the largest preserved floodplain forests in Central Europe, with paddling routes on the Karl-Heine-Kanal and Weiße Elster.
Monument to the Battle of the Nations
The 91-metre monument from 1913 commemorates the Battle of the Nations in 1813 — at the top, a wide view of the city awaits you.
Zoo Leipzig
Known for the tropical experience world Gondwanaland and spacious, barrierfree enclosures.