Thomaskirche
The church where Bach was cantor for 27 years and where he is buried. Home of the famous St Thomas Boys Choir.
Leipzig, Germany
Leipzig: airports, things to do and where to stay
Leipzig, Saxony's largest city, is a historic trade-fair and music city linked to Bach and the peaceful protests of 1989. Today it is known for its young vibe, shopping arcades and art scene.
Leipzig airports
From the airport to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle airport is about 13 km from central Leipzig.
S-Bahn S5 / S5X
S-Bahn Mitteldeutschland trains to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof in about 15 min and, in the other direction, to Halle (Saale). Some long-distance trains also stop here.
Taxi
Rank outside the terminal. The ride to central Leipzig takes about 25 min.
Leipzig
Things to do in Leipzig
Nikolaikirche
Starting point of the peace prayers and Monday demonstrations that preceded the fall of the Wall in 1989.
Altes Rathaus
The Renaissance old town hall on the Market Square, now the city history museum.
Völkerschlachtdenkmal
Massive 1913 memorial to the Battle of the Nations against Napoleon, with a viewing platform on top.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Leipzig?
Leipzig is served by Leipzig/Halle (LEJ).
How far is the airport from central Leipzig?
Leipzig/Halle airport is about 13 km from central Leipzig.
How do I get from the airport to central Leipzig?
From Leipzig/Halle airport you can take S-Bahn S5 / S5X (train) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Leipzig?
Highlights of Leipzig include Thomaskirche, Nikolaikirche, Altes Rathaus, and Völkerschlachtdenkmal.
Photo credits
- Thomaskirche: Tuxyso, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Nikolaikirche: Onkel Tomm, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Altes Rathaus: Frank Vincentz, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Völkerschlachtdenkmal: Palauenc05, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons