5-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Leipzig

  1. Day 1: Leipzig Old Town
    Located in City Centre
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 0 min (0 miles)

    Take a walking tour of the cobbled streets of Leipzig’s beautiful Old Town. Visit the impressive St. Thomas Church and stop for lunch at one of the many affordable restaurants in the area.

  2. Day 2: Leipzig Zoo
    Located in the east of the city
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 15 min (3 miles)

    Spend a day at one of the most impressive zoos in Europe. This zoo houses over 850 species, including Giant Pandas, Jaguars and Siberian Tigers. The zoo also offers a range of feeding shows and events for all ages.

  3. Day 3: Battle of the Nations Monument
    Located 3.5 miles southeast of the city
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 30 min (6 miles)

    Visit the spectacular Battle of the Nations Monument, built in 1913 to commemorate the Battle of Leipzig. Take the elevator up to the viewing platform for sweeping views of Leipzig.

  4. Day 4: Panometer Leipzig
    Located in the south of the city
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 40 min (8 miles)

    The Panometer Leipzig is a 360-degree panoramic painting located inside a former gasometer. This breathtaking artwork depicts the city of Leipzig during the GDR era.

  5. Day 5: Markkleeberger See
    Located south of the city
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 20 min (5 miles)

    Take a break from the city and head to Markkleeberger See, a beautiful lake located just south of Leipzig. There are plenty of activities here, including boat rentals, SUP, and hiking trails. End your day with a visit to Auerbachs Keller, a traditional German restaurant serving some of the best meals in Leipzig.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • St. Thomas Church (1 hour, free)
  • Leipzig Zoo (4 hours, €17)
  • Battle of the Nations Monument (1-2 hours, €8)
  • Panometer Leipzig (1-2 hours, €11)
  • Markkleeberger See (3-4 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €36

Useful Tips

If you have more than five days, consider taking a day trip to nearby Dresden or Berlin. Alternatively, if you have less than five days, skip either the Panometer Leipzig or Markkleeberger See to make time for other places in Leipzig.

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