History and fun tour of Leipzig

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You are cordially invited to embark on an engaging walking tour through the heart of Leipzig. This journey will allow you to uncover the city's most splendid sights while immersively experiencing a tapestry of fascinating tales, whimsical legends, and delightful anecdotes that punctuate its rich history.This city tour is not merely informative but also brimming with humour and unexpected surprises. You'll delve into why the locals are endearingly referred to as "coffee Saxons", unravel the peculiar story behind Shakespeare's stockings, discover how a renowned shortcrust pastry earned the name 'Leipziger Lerche', and learn about the intriguing reason behind the inside-out coat pocket on Johann Sebastian Bach's statue.The tour doesn't just cover well-known landmarks like the Old Town Hall, St Thomas Church, and Barfußgässchen. It also ventures into lesser-known corners of the city, where you'll explore intriguing questions such as 'What is the origin of the term "Lotterwirtschaft"?' What narratives are concealed within Leipzig's narrow alleys and small squares? And what makes Leipzig such a powerful magnet for artists, musicians, and thinkers? This immersive experience promises to reveal Leipzig in a light you've never seen before.
Highlights
- The tour takes you through the heart of Leipzig, uncoverging its most splendid sights
- You'll delve into why locals are endearingly referred to as coffee Saxons
- There will be a chance to unravel the peculiar story behind Shakespeare's stockings
- A highlight includes discovering how 'Leipziger Lerche', a renowned shortcrust pastry, earned its name
- It's an opportunity to learn about the intriguing reason behind the inside-out coat pocket on Johann Sebastian Bach's statue
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in German
What's included
- Local guide
Where you'll meet
Next to the main entrance of the Museum of Fine Arts.
Operated by
Leipzig Erleben GmbH