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Leipzig Cruises & boat tours

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Leipzig: City History Canal Sightseeing Tour on a Motorboat

1. Leipzig: City History Canal Sightseeing Tour on a Motorboat

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 harbor 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 travelers 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 harbor where you can enjoy a cold drink at the beach bar. The harbor is perfectly located if you wish to explore further sights of Leipzig after the tour.

Leipzig: 2-Hour Canal and Harbor Cruise

2. Leipzig: 2-Hour Canal and Harbor Cruise

Cruise up the Karl-Heine-Kanal in its full length to Lindenauer Harbour, taking in the architecture of Leipzig's historic buildings along the way. Learn the significance of the city's historical sites while viewing them from a unique perspective.  See the villa of the famous Baedeker family whose publishing business is well known among travelers around the globe. Continue to the Palmengartenwehr, a vital part of Leipzig's public flood protection facilities. Head to the western territories and enjoy a brief moment of silence in a natural area. Admire the architecture of the textile factories of the Buntgarnwerke, a former yarn mill built in the late 19th century and one of the largest Wilhelminian-era industrial sites in Germany. Meandering through the Karl Heine Canals, explore one of the most interesting areas of Leipzig, 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 and the Lindenauer Harbour at the last stop of the tour before heading back to the city harbor where you can enjoy a cold drink at the beach bar.  The harbor is perfectly located if you wish to continue exploring Leipzig after the motorboat tour.

Leipzig: 3-Hour Nature Sightseeing Cruise

3. Leipzig: 3-Hour Nature Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise through the picturesque city harbor of Leipzig and relax on board a motorboat during this 70-minute sightseeing tour of Leipzig's historical and modern sights. See the villa of the famous Baedeker family, whose success in the publishing industry is well-known among travelers around the globe. Continue to the Palmengartenwehr, a vital part of Leipzig's public flood protection facilities. Leave the stress of the city behind as you enter the wooded areas in southern Leipzig, keeping a lookout for the rare kingfisher. Spot local birds and animals in the Leipzig wildlife park before heading back to the harbor where you can enjoy a cold drink at the famous beach bar. The harbor is perfectly located if you wish to continue exploring Leipzig after the motorboat tour.

Leipzig: Guided Motorboat Sightseeing Cruise

4. Leipzig: Guided Motorboat Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise along the waterways of Leipzig and admire the city views from the water aboard a motorboat. Sail the Karl-Heine Canal, travel through Plagwitz and Schleußig, and see historical buildings along the way. Begin the journey with a ride to the White Elster to see Germany's first mail order business and the Wilhelminian industrial buildings in Plagwitz. Leave the White Elster and sail down the Karl-Heine Canal. Then, turn around at the stilt house and sail past the starting point, along the palm garden weir, and into the Elstermühlgraben. Round off your trip by sailing back to the starting point.

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What people are saying about Leipzig

Overall rating

4.8 / 5

based on 50 reviews

We really enjoyed the mulled wine motor boat trip despite the outside temperature being only 2 degrees Celsius. Roger had decorated the boat nicely for Christmas. The table was attractively prepared with thermos flasks for mulled wine and punch and gingerbread. His explanations about the history and architecture of Leipzig were very interesting. He answered all questions - also in English - to our complete satisfaction.

Great offer, the price/performance ratio is absolutely okay, I can absolutely recommend this tour. A nice, pleasant boat tour with a very friendly and easy-going "captain", hot mulled wine, children's punch, nibbles and warm blankets included, you can enjoy a great boat trip in a pleasant peace and great landscape. Our guide told history and anecdotes very charmingly. Top experience

Highly recommended, the trip was great fun and very informative. We'll definitely do it again. thumbs up

Great tour, wonderful scenery and knowledgeable guide. Great experience!

It was a great experience, will definitely do it again... keep it up