Timeline
14:31
Board the 'Gläserner Leipziger' sightseeing tram at 14:00. Buy your ticket in advance at an LVB service office; it includes a day ticket for zone 110. The 2-hour tour takes you through the city.
16:01
Grab a bite of Saxon food at Zills Tunnel. The large portions and rustic cellar fit the local vibe before the evening sets in.
16:31
Head to the Panorama Tower observation platform. At sunset (16:31), the sun sets toward the SW, offering a clear view over the town as the golden light fades.
17:01
End the evening at Riquet café. The restored 1908 interior and wide selection of cakes provide a quiet finish to the day.
Local tip
The tram tour runs Saturdays at 11:00 and 14:00. For a sunset experience, take the 14:00 departure. Check the LVB service offices for ticket availability.
Check before you go
- The tram departs at 14:00 on Saturdays. Arrive early to buy your ticket.
- Zills Tunnel is open from 11:30.
- Riquet closes at 20:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Leipzig (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).