Leipzig

Leipzig is the largest city in the German federal state of Saxony, with a population of approximately 630,000 (Mar 2026). It is the economic centre of the region, known as Germany's "Boomtown" and a major cultural centre, offering interesting sights, shopping and lively nightlife. The Gewandhausorchester is the biggest and one of the most prominent classical orchestras in Germany, and Leipzig Zoological Garden is one of the most modern zoos in Europe. The Neuseenland, outside of Leipzig, is a huge lake district.

On 15 January sunrise is 08:08, golden light starts about 15:34 and sunset is 16:31 (local time), the sun setting toward the SW.

On 15 April sunrise is 06:15, golden light starts about 19:21 and sunset is 20:06 (local time), the sun setting toward the WNW.

On 15 July sunrise is 05:11, golden light starts about 20:29 and sunset is 21:20 (local time), the sun setting toward the NW.

On 15 October sunrise is 07:34, golden light starts about 17:31 and sunset is 18:17 (local time), the sun setting toward the WSW.

Leipzig Sunset: Golden Light at the Tower

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