tour of the city of Leipzig
moves to the inner city, a ring of main roads, in the 19th century, entered the place of the old city wall and moat. At the northern end is the main station, which is a good starting point for tours. With the aid of this ring road the stranger find their way easily into the inner city.
equipment from the main train station Following the Goethe Street in a southerly direction, you will pass the late-classical Royal Palace on the right and left of the swan pond. Behind it, the view opens to the Augustus Platz, which 220 meters long and 180 meters wide. It is characterized by the enclosing circle of his outstanding works of architecture and be full of life character. In this way, he is a sight that few cities are able to provide the same page. We found: The Leipzig Opera House, the robe home with the fountain in front of Mende, the new representative building of the university with the rebuilt St Paul's Church, Königsbau, Dresdner Bank, and the first skyscraper in the city from the years 1927 / 28
On Augustusplatz The counterpart is how the modern city high rise. With 142.5 meters high, it is the tallest building in central Germany. In the years 1968 to 1972 it was built by the architect Hermann Henselmann. Many other names were given to him as "steep tooth" or "Uniriese", even though the University is now no longer tenants. Today, the residence of the MDR, which is why the name "MDR-building" is common. The 29th Floor has a panoramic restaurant. From there can be two more floors to climb the highest point on the viewing platform. The panorama extends over the whole of Leipzig and the surrounding region. Very nice old are recognizable and New Town Hall, the churches of the city, train station and the Battle Monument. Against coins you get to use binoculars to use. The roof terrace in 120 meters is open daily from 9 clock, the elevator goes down to 29 Floor.
-storey building with UniMensa On the west side of Augustusplatz opens a Grimmaische road The main shopping street of the city. From baker to the shoe store to department store here is all there. Typical of Leipzig are also shopping malls, such as the Mädlerpassage with Auerbach's Keller, Specks Hof and Strohsackpassage. From these strollers may also go to Nicholas' Church where the eponymous 800-year-old church stands. It is adjacent to the St. Thomas Church, the most famous church in Leipzig and now an open meeting. The basic equipment was from 1784 to 1797 in classical style by the city architect Dauthe. In addition, the church ceiling painted by Adam Friedrich Oeser and an organ from 1862.
Nikolai Church with pyramid From here the walk is recommended to the market place with the renovated Old Town Hall and the backdrop of old town houses. Next to the Old Town Hall is the Handelshof, a spacious exhibition palaces downtown. These have been around 1900 for the purpose of accommodating pattern camps. In between, the Naschmarkt is with the old merchant market (1678-1687) and the Goethe monument of 1902. Goethe, as a young student seems his steps to the opposite Auerbach's Keller steer, which is immortalized by him in his fist.
The Old Town Hall was 1556/57 created by Hieronymus Lotter
from the market the way through the Peter Street, the second major shopping area of Leipzig. Your southern end is marked by the Reichsbank from Max Hasak (1886 / 87) and left the office building of Polich and the German bank on the right. Here the view opens to the left on the Roßplatz with a panorama of ring construction and straight on to the Royal Palace. He was formerly one of the central axes of the city was and is now used for parking.
The Peter Street
Next to the building of the German bank is the impressive building of the new town hall of 1905 and with him through an archway connected town house. It was built on the site of the old Pleissenburg. No less impressive is the Supreme Court building, now headquarters of the Federal Administrative Court. A large open space, which is caused by vaulting the splice separates it from the District Court and the police department behind it.
New Town Hall
at the old Supreme Court, one is in the so-called concert or music district of Leipzig. This is already indicated by the names of Beethoven, Mozart and Haydn Road. In the Beethoven Street there used to the new concert hall (Gewandhaus) with the memorial Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, the head of the famous Gewandhaus concerts. Leipzig was the same person owes the grounds of the Conservatory of Music. It is now known as University of Music and Drama in the grass road. Grassi and Beethoven street corner captivates even the proud building of the University Library of the view.
The Supreme Court building
also deserves nor the School of Visual Arts mention. It is the former Academy of Graphic Arts and Crafts School. Once, the former leaning against the university library, the latter at the Conservatory. The establishment is one of the best in Germany and has strict selection criteria.
West of the grass road is the Karl-Tauchnitz-Str. There you can enjoy the King Albert Park, which adjoins the west of the Johanna Park, for a visit. About Anton Bruckner avenue to reach a lake. Of these, not far away is the imposing Elster weir which limits a reservoir. In the vicinity there are the Palm Garden and the Clara-Zetkin-Park. The modern urban systems can develop their full beauty in the spring. They are continued to the south in the splendid old deciduous forests of the Pleißenaue.
the Palm Garden
also in north-west and north of the city-sized deciduous forests provide an opportunity for long walks. Of these, the well-known enough Rosental into a few steps in the inner city. In general, many parts of the city forest and garden area, so you can probably justifiably call Leipzig as one of the green plant richest cities in Germany. At the Karl-Tauchnitz-Straße returns to the New City Hall, following the Martin-Luther-ring to the north.
The Old Exchange
opposite the new City Hall and the associated town house is the grain monument. The path continues Dittrich on the ring for Thomas's Church. It is the seat of the famous St. Thomas Boys Choir and has the Gothic Paulineraltar, numerous grave stones, niches, and organs. This is the site of the former activity of Johann Sebastian Bach, the most famous of all the choirmaster. Here you have him set a reasonable term monument.
The Thomas Church
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The city of Leipzig is the turn of the century, the charm of its public facilities by artistic fountains and statues to increase. They were already famous for its art horticultural beauties. Such well-known embodies the Fairy tale of Hansel and Gretel. Can be reached by the Dittrichring. In the plants on the Great Fleischergasse the city of Leipzig in 2009 his eldest son Richard Wagner has had again put up a monument. Back in 1900 it was created by local sculptor M. Klinger.
Hansel and Gretel Fountain
Tröndlinring runs from the streetcar in a short time due to the Jahn Avenue to Palm Garden and the sports facilities with the central stadium. Nor can it from here or the nearby Rose Valley Zoo pay a visit. On Tröndlinring is left to the Reformed Church from the 19th Century. On the right side was until 2009 the tin, the striking department store with a windowless aluminum facade. Even earlier was on the site of the birthplace of Richard Wagner. Now here is built a shopping center. The adjacent street is called Brühl and was the headquarters of the old fur traders. From the former glory is immediately felt only a little. The main station is almost in sight.
The famous Coffe Baum
Later you can go once again parallel to Georgiring on the green area behind the Opera House to the Augustus Platz. In a short distance can be found at St. John Square, is another important Attraction: The Grassi Museum. It has three facilities in one building, namely, the Museum of Applied Arts, Folklore and musical instruments. The underlying old St. John's Cemetery is the oldest cemetery in the city, dating from the 14th Century. He was locked up in 1981 and since 1995 has been reopened to the public. Here you can find beautiful old grave times and statues, the entire facility is a listed building and is freely accessible during the opening times.
age Johannisfriedhof
The Peter Street Next to the building of the German bank is the impressive building of the new town hall of 1905 and with him through an archway connected town house. It was built on the site of the old Pleissenburg. No less impressive is the Supreme Court building, now headquarters of the Federal Administrative Court. A large open space, which is caused by vaulting the splice separates it from the District Court and the police department behind it.
New Town Hall at the old Supreme Court, one is in the so-called concert or music district of Leipzig. This is already indicated by the names of Beethoven, Mozart and Haydn Road. In the Beethoven Street there used to the new concert hall (Gewandhaus) with the memorial Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, the head of the famous Gewandhaus concerts. Leipzig was the same person owes the grounds of the Conservatory of Music. It is now known as University of Music and Drama in the grass road. Grassi and Beethoven street corner captivates even the proud building of the University Library of the view.
The Supreme Court building West of the grass road is the Karl-Tauchnitz-Str. There you can enjoy the King Albert Park, which adjoins the west of the Johanna Park, for a visit. About Anton Bruckner avenue to reach a lake. Of these, not far away is the imposing Elster weir which limits a reservoir. In the vicinity there are the Palm Garden and the Clara-Zetkin-Park. The modern urban systems can develop their full beauty in the spring. They are continued to the south in the splendid old deciduous forests of the Pleißenaue.
the Palm Garden also in north-west and north of the city-sized deciduous forests provide an opportunity for long walks. Of these, the well-known enough Rosental into a few steps in the inner city. In general, many parts of the city forest and garden area, so you can probably justifiably call Leipzig as one of the green plant richest cities in Germany. At the Karl-Tauchnitz-Straße returns to the New City Hall, following the Martin-Luther-ring to the north.
The Old Exchange opposite the new City Hall and the associated town house is the grain monument. The path continues Dittrich on the ring for Thomas's Church. It is the seat of the famous St. Thomas Boys Choir and has the Gothic Paulineraltar, numerous grave stones, niches, and organs. This is the site of the former activity of Johann Sebastian Bach, the most famous of all the choirmaster. Here you have him set a reasonable term monument.
The Thomas Church The city of Leipzig is the turn of the century, the charm of its public facilities by artistic fountains and statues to increase. They were already famous for its art horticultural beauties. Such well-known embodies the Fairy tale of Hansel and Gretel. Can be reached by the Dittrichring. In the plants on the Great Fleischergasse the city of Leipzig in 2009 his eldest son Richard Wagner has had again put up a monument. Back in 1900 it was created by local sculptor M. Klinger.
Hansel and Gretel Fountain Tröndlinring runs from the streetcar in a short time due to the Jahn Avenue to Palm Garden and the sports facilities with the central stadium. Nor can it from here or the nearby Rose Valley Zoo pay a visit. On Tröndlinring is left to the Reformed Church from the 19th Century. On the right side was until 2009 the tin, the striking department store with a windowless aluminum facade. Even earlier was on the site of the birthplace of Richard Wagner. Now here is built a shopping center. The adjacent street is called Brühl and was the headquarters of the old fur traders. From the former glory is immediately felt only a little. The main station is almost in sight.
The famous Coffe Baum Later you can go once again parallel to Georgiring on the green area behind the Opera House to the Augustus Platz. In a short distance can be found at St. John Square, is another important Attraction: The Grassi Museum. It has three facilities in one building, namely, the Museum of Applied Arts, Folklore and musical instruments. The underlying old St. John's Cemetery is the oldest cemetery in the city, dating from the 14th Century. He was locked up in 1981 and since 1995 has been reopened to the public. Here you can find beautiful old grave times and statues, the entire facility is a listed building and is freely accessible during the opening times.
age Johannisfriedhof Völkerschlachtdenkmal
should not miss the visit of the Battle Monument. It is up to the highest point of the inner city area and provides an overview, as you could otherwise enjoy from any point. This was the largest monument in Germany by the German Federal Government under the chairmanship of the Patriot privy built Thieme. Architect, the engineer Bruno Schmitz of Berlin. The foundation stone was laid on 18 October 1900, the keystone was on 13 May 1912 be set. For the 91 meter high building about 15 000 cubic meters of granite and 120 000 cubic meters of cement concrete were used. All around stretches the largest municipal cemetery, from the Southern Cemetery. It was created as a park and has a number of peculiarities such as the chapel and crematorium, interesting plants and grave memorials.
A landmark of the city of Leipzig
Russian Memorial Church
architectural monument Rundling
a first class destination, not just for fans of architecture is the "round Ling said housing development in the district of Leipzig Lößnig. It was created in the years 1929/30 in the style of the new modernity. The houses are grouped around a circular road system, is located in the middle of a central square. The streets are named after characters from the Nibelungen legend, hence the name "Nibelungs settlement" in the art. During the Second World War this settlement bombed. Today, the crumbling relics removed and you can visit the ensemble in a restored state.
game in the round-Ling
Church of Reconciliation in Gohlis
Leipzig Leipzig Neuseenland
For tourists who have a longer stay is to visit the new lake district recommended. The city sometimes provides information on guided tours, but also a tour on your own is possible. The tram line 9 goes to Markham-West, the road to Cospuden from here is about 500 meters. In Zobigker there is a marina with strollers and Tourist Info. Miles of hiking and biking are possible, such as the tower height diocese.
port on Cospuden
are with the line 11 is also the terminus of another 500 meters to the Markkleeberger lake. He also has opened up with ways around it. Objectives such as the Canoe Park Auenhain, mining-tech Park or the viewpoint Crostewitzer height. The 100 bus departs from Central Station or the 107 from Connewitz Cross to Zwenkauer lake. He will be following its flooding one of the 50 largest lakes in Germany. With the cruise ship Santa Barbara you can already try a cruise.
A landmark of the city of Leipzig Gohlis Palace
The venerable Gohlis Palace is one of the most important sights of Leipzig. It is about two miles north-west of the city center near the Rose Valley. The Leipzig councilor Johann Caspar Richter had it built in 1755 in the baroque style as his country residence. Putting the building and stucco decorations are appropriate. After it changed hands several times and was temporarily closed, it is now used for cultural purposes. The cafe has a selection of cakes available, guests can also take on the terrace. Through the garden to pull gravel paths, which are configured side with flower beds and hedges and small trees. For the decoration includes a fountain and several statues.
Gohlis Palace
Museum in the Round Corner
The museum is housed in the building in which the State Security for 40 years had its headquarters. In 1989 it was occupied in a peaceful revolution in Leipzig's citizens and serves as a memorial, visitors, about techniques, function and history of the Stasi information. In the former Agents can be considered many things, which collected the Stasi espionage for their work and used by East German citizens. In realistically furnished rooms, the collection is presented graphically. This includes an original office of a Stasi-employee and a prison cell for two persons. In the rooms there are regular discussions, film screenings and readings. On-site information brochures and books are available. Guided tours are offered regularly at appropriate number of participants and can be booked in advance for groups. Even with an audio guide you can explore the museum. Admission is free, visitors can However, a donation for the work of the memorial issue.
The round corner
Gohlis Palace Castle Park Lützschena
noticed already on the way to the park, visitors some interest: this includes, for example the group of buildings "on the sheep farm", which was built before 1500 Castle Church and the Built in 1864 in the English Gothic Revival castle. Above this Magpie Bridge, you're in the park, he pulls a large piece of the White Elster along and is largely covered with forest, walked in on the small paths can be. In the front range including the marsh station. In it there is a meeting place for nature with a permanent exhibition. On a lake is the temple of Diana. is
Diana temple in the park Lützschena
Continue to a cemetery on the edge of the forest. Here is the tomb of the family of bacon Sternburg. Several tombs and the ruins of a chapel can be seen. Further back stands the chapel, sometimes known as St. Mary's Chapel is known. The altar a short distance away is an artificial ruin, and was once home to figures from the monastery of St. Vitus in Bavaria. On the way back yet covered the stone base of the Vestal and the statue of Venus in the eye.
the family tomb of bacon Sternburg
noticed already on the way to the park, visitors some interest: this includes, for example the group of buildings "on the sheep farm", which was built before 1500 Castle Church and the Built in 1864 in the English Gothic Revival castle. Above this Magpie Bridge, you're in the park, he pulls a large piece of the White Elster along and is largely covered with forest, walked in on the small paths can be. In the front range including the marsh station. In it there is a meeting place for nature with a permanent exhibition. On a lake is the temple of Diana. is
Diana temple in the park Lützschena Continue to a cemetery on the edge of the forest. Here is the tomb of the family of bacon Sternburg. Several tombs and the ruins of a chapel can be seen. Further back stands the chapel, sometimes known as St. Mary's Chapel is known. The altar a short distance away is an artificial ruin, and was once home to figures from the monastery of St. Vitus in Bavaria. On the way back yet covered the stone base of the Vestal and the statue of Venus in the eye.
the family tomb of bacon Sternburg Museum in the Round Corner
The museum is housed in the building in which the State Security for 40 years had its headquarters. In 1989 it was occupied in a peaceful revolution in Leipzig's citizens and serves as a memorial, visitors, about techniques, function and history of the Stasi information. In the former Agents can be considered many things, which collected the Stasi espionage for their work and used by East German citizens. In realistically furnished rooms, the collection is presented graphically. This includes an original office of a Stasi-employee and a prison cell for two persons. In the rooms there are regular discussions, film screenings and readings. On-site information brochures and books are available. Guided tours are offered regularly at appropriate number of participants and can be booked in advance for groups. Even with an audio guide you can explore the museum. Admission is free, visitors can However, a donation for the work of the memorial issue.
The round corner round recovering at the Memorial Church
law is a visit on the 20 acres of new St John's Cemetery. There have long ceased to be buried. Instead, the terrain park and allows the name of peace walks under tall trees. The adjacent Russian Memorial Church is used by the Russian Orthodox community and contains, among other things, a library and a church museum. Just across the German National Library has its headquarters a must for all Book lovers and those rare and difficult to estimate obtainable grapes.
law is a visit on the 20 acres of new St John's Cemetery. There have long ceased to be buried. Instead, the terrain park and allows the name of peace walks under tall trees. The adjacent Russian Memorial Church is used by the Russian Orthodox community and contains, among other things, a library and a church museum. Just across the German National Library has its headquarters a must for all Book lovers and those rare and difficult to estimate obtainable grapes.
Russian Memorial Church architectural monument Rundling
a first class destination, not just for fans of architecture is the "round Ling said housing development in the district of Leipzig Lößnig. It was created in the years 1929/30 in the style of the new modernity. The houses are grouped around a circular road system, is located in the middle of a central square. The streets are named after characters from the Nibelungen legend, hence the name "Nibelungs settlement" in the art. During the Second World War this settlement bombed. Today, the crumbling relics removed and you can visit the ensemble in a restored state.
game in the round-Ling The Bauhaus plans of Hans Kroch
Kroch The House on Augustus Square was built in 1927 / 28 and was the first skyscraper of Leipzig. It was financed by the Jewish banker, Hans Kroch (1887 - 1970), who also built the eponymous town in the north of Kroch Gohlis. This is located in a square between the Max-Liebermann-Straße and Landsberger street and consists of multi-storey residential buildings. All have the Bauhaus style with the characteristic flat roofs. This includes the Protestant Church of Reconciliation at the corner Viertelsweg / Franz-Mehring-Strasse, which was intended as the center of the housing development. Instead, today, half a kilometer between the two systems. The church is located in the vicinity of the cemetery Gohliser with an interesting chapel.
Kroch The House on Augustus Square was built in 1927 / 28 and was the first skyscraper of Leipzig. It was financed by the Jewish banker, Hans Kroch (1887 - 1970), who also built the eponymous town in the north of Kroch Gohlis. This is located in a square between the Max-Liebermann-Straße and Landsberger street and consists of multi-storey residential buildings. All have the Bauhaus style with the characteristic flat roofs. This includes the Protestant Church of Reconciliation at the corner Viertelsweg / Franz-Mehring-Strasse, which was intended as the center of the housing development. Instead, today, half a kilometer between the two systems. The church is located in the vicinity of the cemetery Gohliser with an interesting chapel.
Church of Reconciliation in Gohlis airport experience
The Leipzig-Halle Airport is to connect the region with more distant destinations. Destinations are Germany, the EU, but also in the resort areas in North Africa and Turkey. Of the modern railway station reaches one of escalators or a lift directly to the check-in. The large buildings are not just for check here, there are many shops and travel agents and offers to visitors. The S-Bahn, a good number of car rentals and taxis for mobility. Car parks and short-term parking are available.
station Leipzig-Halle Airport
The terrace of the airport is located on the former Tower Building, now the administration building, east of the terminal. Via a steel staircase or by elevator, it is in 30 meters height. Here are a kiosk with snacks and beverages and outdoor seating. Views of the start and runways, airport terminal with the central train station, but also for freight hub of DHL. The terrace is 200 square meters and a maximum of 80 attendees must be present simultaneously. The entrance fee is paid at an ATM. It is open around the clock, the snack during the day only.
around the airport
The Leipzig-Halle Airport is to connect the region with more distant destinations. Destinations are Germany, the EU, but also in the resort areas in North Africa and Turkey. Of the modern railway station reaches one of escalators or a lift directly to the check-in. The large buildings are not just for check here, there are many shops and travel agents and offers to visitors. The S-Bahn, a good number of car rentals and taxis for mobility. Car parks and short-term parking are available.
station Leipzig-Halle Airport The terrace of the airport is located on the former Tower Building, now the administration building, east of the terminal. Via a steel staircase or by elevator, it is in 30 meters height. Here are a kiosk with snacks and beverages and outdoor seating. Views of the start and runways, airport terminal with the central train station, but also for freight hub of DHL. The terrace is 200 square meters and a maximum of 80 attendees must be present simultaneously. The entrance fee is paid at an ATM. It is open around the clock, the snack during the day only.
around the airport Leipzig Leipzig Neuseenland
For tourists who have a longer stay is to visit the new lake district recommended. The city sometimes provides information on guided tours, but also a tour on your own is possible. The tram line 9 goes to Markham-West, the road to Cospuden from here is about 500 meters. In Zobigker there is a marina with strollers and Tourist Info. Miles of hiking and biking are possible, such as the tower height diocese.
port on Cospuden are with the line 11 is also the terminus of another 500 meters to the Markkleeberger lake. He also has opened up with ways around it. Objectives such as the Canoe Park Auenhain, mining-tech Park or the viewpoint Crostewitzer height. The 100 bus departs from Central Station or the 107 from Connewitz Cross to Zwenkauer lake. He will be following its flooding one of the 50 largest lakes in Germany. With the cruise ship Santa Barbara you can already try a cruise.
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