Leipzig

Leipzig is the largest city in the federal state of , with a population of approximately 630,000. It is the economic centre of the region, known as Germany's "Boomtown" and a major cultural centre, offering interesting sights, shopping and lively nightlife.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Red Bull Arena and St. Thomas Church.

Stadium
is a football stadium located in , , , in the Zentrum-Nordwest locality. It is the largest football stadium in Eastern Germany, and has also hosted music concerts as well as football.

The is a Lutheran church in , Germany, located at the western part of the inner city ring road in Leipzig's central district. Martin Luther preached in the church in 1539.

The is a monument in , , to the 1813 Battle of Leipzig, also known as the Battle of the Nations. Paid for mostly by donations and the city of Leipzig, it was completed in 1913 for the 100th anniversary of the battle at a cost of six million gold marks.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Markkleeberg and Markkleeberg.

Town
Photo: Joeb07, CC BY 3.0.
is an affluent suburb of , located in the of the , Germany. The river runs through the city, which borders Leipzig to the north and to the west. is situated 7 km south of Leipzig.

Suburb
is a suburb, which is situated 7 km south of Leipzig.

Town
Photo: Joeb07, CC BY 3.0.
is a town in the district of , in , . It is situated on the river , 10 km northeast of . is situated 9 km northeast of Leipzig.

Leipzig

Latitude
51.342° or 51° 20′ 31″ north
Longitude
12.375° or 12° 22′ 30″ east
Population
612,000
Elevation
118 metres (387 feet)
Open location code
9F3J89RF+QX
Geo­Names ID
6548737
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In Other Languages

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Localities in the Area

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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Old Stock Exchange and Leipzig Markt station.

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