Attractions in Leipzig

Not as crowded as the Cosi and lots of free toilets and some snacks.

During the reclamation, a recreational area with beach and landscaped park was created around the lake and opened at the Expo 2000 on June 1, 2000. The leisure activities are … read more

In the autumn of 2006, the canoe park Markkleeberg opened on the Auenhainer shores of the Markkleeberg lake, the new adventure spot for water sports enthusiasts. Germany's Kanuelite already trains … read more

Great bike path right on the water. Incredibly beautiful. It was pleasantly empty in December, but in summer you probably have to share the way with many walkers on nice … read more

The traditional recreational area around Lake Auensee in north-western Leipzig emerged from an amusement park founded over ninety years ago.

The scenic area with its Auwaldresten, the orchards and wetlands … read more

Whether cycling or hiking - you always need an inexpensive way to eat properly. In my opinion, a nice alternative without having to sit down in a restaurant first.

This is where the Harthkanal, a navigable connection between Cospudener and Zwenkauer See with lock construction on the Cospudener side, completed in 2020, is being built.

The Luppe is a tributary of the Saale.

Nice bike path around the lake.

The Kanuparkschleuse compensates for the water level heights of the Markkleeberger and Störmthaler lakes, which differ by four meters. This is the highest difference that a lock in the Leipziger … read more

Cool lock at the gates of the riparian forest. South you cycle super in the direction of Markkleeberg and enjoys the great nature. North you pass the Palmgarten weir and reach the lake Auensee.

The Palmengartenwehr was built from 1913 to 1917 as a combined roller gunnery.
Length 50 m Width 5 m. The Palm Garden was an amusement park from 1893 to 1839 near the weir.

It rolls well as the tarmac is fairly new. Nice view of the lake.

Here is the "Dining Car No. 51 ”, a small dreamy snack bar with a“ free seat ”and a good view while tasting the Lake Störmthal. Service was nice and … read more

In the meantime, many buildings have been completed at the port and various restaurants have settled there. An ice cream or a coffee during the stopover is always possible. But … read more

The Cospudener See is a dreamlike lake that invites you to linger. There is a completely paved bike path around the lake, on which you can even have a good … read more

In every season a beautiful view of the eastern section of the Zwenkauer See.

One of the most attractive recreational areas in Leipzig is the Wildpark Leipzig in the southern floodplain forest. On the approx. 46 ha large area about 25 animal species with … read more

Idyllic harmony between man and nature.
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The Espenhain opencast mine was originally planned as a replacement open pit for the Böhlen plant.
Reserve mine construction for Böhlen, which is … read more

On this lake side you will find cozy spots with direct access to the lake, some with sandy beaches and benches. Ideal for resting. Great view of the Hainer See. The bike path is perfectly developed here.