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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Leipzig

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

Updated June 27, 2018

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.

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.

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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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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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Anton Wilhelm Amo Monument

The monument honors the first (and for a long time, only) African-born philosopher to teach at a German university.

20 miles from Leipzig

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Nebra Sky Disc

The 3,600-year-old archeological sensation is considered to be the oldest representation of the cosmos.

20 miles from Leipzig

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