What to do · Leipzig
Monument to the Battle of the Nations
Information
- From
- €12 per person
- Duration
- 1 h 30
- Season
- All year
- Who it's for
- All ages who can climb stairs
What it is
In October 1813, on the outskirts of Leipzig, the allied armies defeated Napoleon in the Battle of the Nations. A hundred years later, in 1913, this 91-metre monument of concrete and porphyry was inaugurated here, which inside is an enormous crypt of stone figures. At the top there is a platform with views over the whole city.
Opening times and tickets
From April to October it is open daily from 10:00 to 18:00; from November to March, from 10:00 to 16:00. Entry costs €12 (€10 reduced). There are guided tours in English on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 14:00.
How to get there
It is south-east of the centre: tram 2 or 15, or S-Bahn S1, S2 or S3 to the Völkerschlachtdenkmal stop. By car, parking in front of the monument.
Tips
- Climb to the top The platform is the best part of the visit.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost?
€12, €10 reduced.
How do I get there from the centre?
By tram 15 or 2, or by S-Bahn S1, S2 or S3, to the Völkerschlachtdenkmal stop.
As a familyWith teenagers
