The Atlas Obscura Guide To Leipzig

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Leipzig, Germany

Updated June 24, 2024

Unusual Attractions in Leipzig

Leipzig, Germany

Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Monument to the Battle of the Nations)

This incredible stone temple is a monument to death, victory, and fantasy architecture.

The Spoon Family sign illuminated at night.

Leipzig, Germany

Löffelfamilie (Spoon Family)

One of the most iconic neon ads of former East Germany.

Leipzig, Germany

Museum in der "Runden Ecke"

This small exhibition displays equipment and artifacts once belonging to the feared Stasi secret police.

Leipzig, Germany

Clown-Museum Leipzig

This small museum takes the business of clowning quite seriously.

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Gustav II Adolf's Place of Death

A monument to the "father of modern warfare" Gustav II Adolf.

10 miles from Leipzig

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Francke Foundation Cabinet of Curiosities (Wunderkammer)

This is part of the Francke Foundation Museum, a curiosity cabinet filled with different scientific and natural wonders.

19 miles from Leipzig

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Museum of Livestock Science

A beautiful old horse stable hosts one of the largest collections of domestic animal skeletons and taxidermy.

20 miles from Leipzig

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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Leipzig

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Leipzig, Germany

Updated June 24, 2024

Unusual Attractions in Leipzig

Leipzig, Germany

Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Monument to the Battle of the Nations)

Leipzig, Germany

Löffelfamilie (Spoon Family)

Leipzig, Germany

Museum in der "Runden Ecke"

Leipzig, Germany

Clown-Museum Leipzig

Lützen, Germany

Gustav II Adolf's Place of Death

Halle (Saale), Germany

Francke Foundation Cabinet of Curiosities (Wunderkammer)

Halle (Saale), Germany

Museum of Livestock Science

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