Leipzig is one of Germany's most exciting cities – birthplace of Bach, scene of the 1989 Peaceful Revolution and today a vibrant cultural metropolis with over 600,000 inhabitants. A holiday apartment in Leipzig offers more space, more privacy and much more comfort than a hotel room – at a lower price.
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Why visit Leipzig?
Leipzig has undergone an impressive transformation over the past 20 years: from grey industrial city to vibrant cultural metropolis with an international art scene, excellent restaurants and a pulsating nightlife. The city is known as the birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach and Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, as the scene of the Battle of the Nations in 1813 and as the place where the Peaceful Revolution of 1989 began, which led to the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Today Leipzig is a young, creative city with more than 30,000 students, a booming startup scene and one of the lowest price levels of any major German city. This makes it particularly attractive for city breaks, family holidays and cultural tourism.
Holiday apartment vs. hotel – what is really worth it?
- Own kitchen: Prepare breakfast yourself, pack lunch – saves significantly compared to restaurants.
- More privacy: No hotel corridor, no minibar charges, no noisy neighbours at midnight.
- More space: Real living room, separate bedrooms – ideal for families and groups.
- Cheaper from 2 people: Hotels charge per room, holiday apartments per flat.
- Flexible daily life: Cook your own food, choose your own meal times, no reception hours.
💡 Example: Family of 4, 2 nights: Hotel (2 rooms) from €300 – fairschlafen from €144. You save almost €160 and have more space, more comfort and your own kitchen.
Best districts for holiday apartments
Leipzig-Plagwitz – the creative quarter
Plagwitz is Leipzig's trendiest district and a must for city explorers. Old factory buildings have been converted into cafés, galleries and clubs. Karl-Heine-Straße is lined with independent restaurants, cool bars and creative shops. Must-see: the Baumwollspinnerei with over 100 galleries and studios – Europe's largest art centre in a former factory.
Leipzig-Gohlis – quiet and green
Gohlis in the north of the city is a beautiful late 19th-century district with wide avenues and stately villas. Friedrich Schiller wrote his famous "Ode to Joy" here in 1785. The district has a lively weekly market, good cafés and excellent tram connections to the city centre.
Leipzig-Grünau – authentic and affordable
Grünau was built in the 1970s as a socialist housing project – today it offers authentic Leipzig everyday atmosphere at low prices. Excellent public transport, affordable supermarkets and free parking.
Leipzig-Großzschocher – peaceful in the southwest
For travellers seeking peace and nature: Großzschocher is in the green southwest, near Cospuden Lake. Our largest location with 7 apartments in the same building – ideal for family gatherings or group trips.
Top sights in Leipzig
1. Monument to the Battle of the Nations
Germany's most monumental monument: 91 metres high, 500 steps, spectacular view over the city. Built to commemorate the 1813 Battle of the Nations, in which Napoleon was decisively defeated. Admission approx. €10, open daily.
2. Leipzig Zoo
One of Germany's best zoos with over 850 animal species. The highlight: Gondwanaland – a 16,500 m² tropical landscape under glass, unique in Europe. Adult admission approx. €26, children €13.
3. Baumwollspinnerei
Europe's largest art centre in a former 19th-century cotton mill. Over 100 galleries, studios, cafés and event spaces on a sprawling factory site. Free admission, opening hours vary by gallery.
4. Nikolaikirche
The starting point of the 1989 Peaceful Revolution – where the Monday demonstrations began that led to the fall of the Berlin Wall. The interior impresses with a palm-like column hall. Free admission.
5. Gewandhaus & Opera
The Gewandhaus Orchestra is one of the world's most prestigious, founded in 1743. Concert tickets from approx. €15. Leipzig Opera is Germany's second-oldest opera house.
Food & drink in Leipzig
Leipzig has a vibrant restaurant scene with German, international and vegan options. Particularly recommended: Karl-Heine-Straße in Plagwitz with countless restaurants and bars. For early risers: the weekly market on the Marktplatz (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday) with fresh local produce.
Getting there & local transport
By plane: Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) with direct connections to Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich and many European cities. City tunnel train to the centre in 14 minutes.
By train: Leipzig main station is an ICE stop: Berlin 1h 15min, Frankfurt 2h 15min, Munich 3h 30min.
By car: Leipzig is at the intersection of the A9 (Berlin–Munich) and A14 motorways.
Local transport: Excellent tram and bus network. Day ticket approx. €9.
Practical travel tips
- Best time to visit: April–May and September–October. Christmas market in December is highly recommended.
- Leipzig Card: Public transport + museum entry – worth it from 2 museum visits per day.
- Avoid trade fair times: During the Book Fair (March) prices are higher and apartments scarcer.
- Cospuden Lake: 15 min from centre, sandy beach, swimming areas – ideal for summer days.
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