Campervan hire Leipzig

Motorhome Hire Leipzig

Leipzig is not only Saxony’s most populated city, but it also ranks 8th among Germany’s largest cities. The city is embedded in idyllic nature, and its inner city also offers numerous tranquil nature spots such as the Botanical Garden, the Palm Tree Garden and the zoological garden. The 120 m high “Panorama Tower” in the city high-rise building offers a spectacular view over the entire city.

Another attraction you can visit in your motorhome hire Leipzig is the amusement park Belantis in the South of Leipzig. The Leipzig nightlife flourishes, particularly in the warm summer months, in clubs such as the “Chocolate” in the Barfußgässchen or in various bars and restaurants along the Gottschedstraße.

Getting to Leipzig

Leipzig developed from the intersection of two trade and military roads, and it has remained an important traffic hub until today. The Autobahns A9, A14 and A38 will take you directly to the heart of the city, and your campervan hire Leipzig, via the exit Leipzig-Middle, Leipzig-East or Southwest. Alternatively, you may take the train directly to Leipzig’s main train station. Coming by train from Berlin will only take you 1.5 hours, while from Nuremberg travel time is about 2 hours.

If you travel by plane, you will arrive at the airport of Leipzig/Halle. It connects the city via direct flights with other important domestic airports such as Munich and Frankfurt as well as with major international cities such as London and Vienna. Known airlines like Lufthansa or Eurowings fly from the airport of Leipzig/Halle.

Parking in Leipzig

You may park your campervan and motorhome hire Leipzig anywhere on the side of the road in the Leipzig city area. However, it will be difficult to find a sufficiently large parking space. It is easier to park at the Elsterstausee for €6 per day. For €15a day, you may park in the car park Melinenburg in the Stöhrerstraße, which is centrally located. The parking spaces at the city harbour are also an alternative, the 24-hour parking ticket for campervans costs €10. Outside the city, you may park at the Schützenplatz in Pegau (district Leipzig) all year long and for free.

Annual Events in Leipzig

• Leipzig Buchmesse (mid-March): The book fair is a highlight for avid readers, from thrillers to non-fiction books. Day tickets starting from €18 (early bookers) or €14.50 (reduced) are available.
• DOK Filmfestival (October): the largest German film festival has been in existence since 1955. Shows more than 300 animations and documentaries. Prices from €8.50 per film.
• Jewish week (June/July): The program features more than 100 different events, such as movies, tours or talks with contemporary witnesses. Participation is free of charge.
• Leipzig marathon (April): There is a marathon run, a 10 km run, an inliner run and a half-marathon. Starting fee from €30 for the half-marathon.

Camping in Leipzig

• KNAUS camping park Auensee: located in the Leipzig Forest Auen, with a grill facility, playground for children and sports courts. A standard parking space from €19.80 available, €5 surcharge for trade fairs.
• Caravanning at the Elsterstausee: idyllic campgrounds at the edge of the forest; walk to the lake Cospuden, no charging station or water disposal, prices from €6 per day.
• Campervan harbour at the lake Störmthal: with a view of water and ship, hard standing pitches and connectors on the lot. Parking spaces between €16 and €26 per night.