Leipzig
Leipzig is the largest city in the German federal state of Saxony, with a population of approximately 630,000 (Mar 2026). 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.
Über Leipzig
Leipzig is the largest city in the German federal state of Saxony, with a population of approximately 630,000 (Mar 2026). 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. The Gewandhausorchester is the biggest and one of the most prominent classical orchestras in Germany, and Leipzig Zoological Garden is one of the most modern zoos in Europe. The Neuseenland, outside of Leipzig, is a huge lake district.