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Leipzig: City History Canal Sightseeing Tour on a Motorboat
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Overview
- Explore the major sites of Leipzig on a motorboat
- Marvel at the architecture of historic industrial buildings
- See where history blends together with the modern essence of contemporary life
Activity location
- Leipzig
- Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Schreberstraße 20, 04109 Leipzig, Deutschland | • Skip registration; go directly to the bridge and the boat dock will be on your right-hand side • The captain will guide you onto the boat, please show him the digital GetYourGuide voucher
- Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany
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Sorry this activity isn't available on Tue, 5 Nov
What's included, what's not
- 70-minute motorboat tour
- Food and drinks
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Smoking
What you can expect
Cruise along the winding canals of Leipzig and admire the city views from the water on this guided tour. Watch the history of Leipzig unfold as you pass important districts, including Plagwitz and Palmengartenwehr.
Begin your tour at the picturesque city harbour of Leipzig with its famous beach bar. Relax on board a motorboat as you embark on a sightseeing tour of Leipzig's historical and modern sights along the waterside.
See the villa of the famous publishing Baedeker family who is well-known among travellers around the globe. Continue to the Palmengartenwehr, a vital part of Leipzig's public flood protection facilities. Head to the western territories, enjoy a brief moment of silence, and admire the nature surrounding the area.
Admire the architecture of the textile factories of the Buntgarnwerke, a former yarn mill building built in the late 19th century. It is one of the largest Wilhelminian-era industrial sites in Germany.
Making your way to the Karl Heine Canals, you will explore one of the most beautiful canals in Leipzig, meandering through the old industrial district of Plagwitz. Karl Heine, a lawyer, entrepreneur, and industrial pioneer played a key role in the urban development of Leipzig’s western areas.
See the striking Stelzenhaus at the last stop of the tour before heading back to the harbour where you can enjoy a cold drink at the beach bar. The harbour is perfectly located if you wish to explore further sights of Leipzig after the tour.
Location
Activity location
- Leipzig
- Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Schreberstraße 20, 04109 Leipzig, Deutschland | • Skip registration; go directly to the bridge and the boat dock will be on your right-hand side • The captain will guide you onto the boat, please show him the digital GetYourGuide voucher
- Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany