Neuseenland holidays & recreation

Around 20 lakes are included in the area of Neuseenland.

Things to do - sports activities and more

There are a lot of possibilities to have great holidays in Neuseenland. Enjoy sports activities, different kinds of recreation, as well as cultural and historical tours around the area. There are several lakes in Leipzig Neuseenland, which are ideal for bathing. The local lakes offer rafting, boating, kite surfing, diving, rowing and etc. Experience climbing and Nordic walking, and archery being in the area.

Cospudener Lake

Besides the wide sandy beaches surrounded the lake, there are numerous possibilities for practicing different sports activities and health procedures. You can rent a bicycle to explore the district or take a boat to enjoy the nature from the water; the cafes and restaurants around the lake invite the guests to taste delicious food in the couth atmosphere.

In summer, visitors are attracted by various activities, such as open-air cinema shows, dragon boat races, long-distance swimming, concerts near the lake, meetings with writers, and evenings with songs.

Kulkwitzer Lake

For almost 40 years already, the lake under the name Kulkwitzer is a desirable place for rest. It was one of the first lakes that appeared on the site of the old quarry in the Neuseenland area. Since 2004, the visitors can experience water skiing and wakeboarding.

At the tourist base, that is located on the eastern shore of the lake, holidaymakers are offered various possibilities for accommodation: besides the camping sites, there are also Finnish houses and holiday houses in Scandinavian style.

Schladitzer Lake

Schladitzer Lake impresses its guests with the mass of offers for recreation related to water. Since its opening in 2003, this place has become very popular due to its excellent water quality. A network of bicycle and walking paths connects all the interesting places around the lake.

On the “sports beach” in Schladitzer Bay, you can do kitesurfing and wakeboarding.

Störmthaler Lake

Lake Störmthaler attracts the lovers of relaxation by the water with its sandy beaches. The main attraction of this lake is the floating church Vineta, which is also an art object. You can view it by taking part in a tour on the unique amphibious car. Vineta is a memorial reminder of the villages that were destroyed during the open mining operations in the Espenhain region.

Markkleeberg

Markkleeberg is known not only for its fantastic lake where the lovers of different kinds of water sports and entertainments can enjoy an active and amusing time at the lake. The town has various historical sights and objects of art with amazing architecture and interesting history.

The city is a great location for rest and family holiday. Markkleeberg and the area around offer different kinds of accommodation, including three- and four-star rating hotels, comfortable hostels and cozy guesthouses. Atlanta Hotel International is a good choice for the guests of Leipzig and Markkleeberg: it is situated just 4 km away from the town. The four-star hotel has spa and fitness area, its restaurant serves the dishes of international and local cuisine.

Enjoy active rest possibilities on the water in Markkleeberg.

Markkleeberg Lake

The lake is characterized by magnificent beaches with fine sand, as well as close proximity to the city of Leipzig. The main feature of the lake is the rafting complex Kanupark. It is the most modern artificial construction in Europe for mountain rafting, which is comparable to Olympic complexes in Sydney, Athens, and Beijing from the technical point of view. Whether mountain rafting, extreme rafting or even the night one, in the inflatable boat every adventurer can feel the primeval power of the raging water. Any visitor over the age of twelve can experience the extreme kinds of sports.

Kayaking in rough water, riverboarding, and tubing – the lovers of watersports will always find something to do to their taste. The kayak rafting school offers courses for beginners and experienced athletes, during which you can learn how to manage a kayak. Those who prefer something more relaxed can explore Markkleeberger on a dragon boat.

Zwenkau

The town of Zwenkau is situated just one hour drive from the center of Leipzig. The town offers a lot of activities to do in the summer season. The area with its great pure lake Zwenkau is ideal for hiking, cycling, as well as beach and water sports. One of the biggest amusement parks in Germany, Belantis Park is located on the north shore of the lake. Belantis Park is a wonderful place to have a great time with family!

Zwenkau is known by its clear water of the lake and one of the most popular places for family recreation – Belantis Park.

Zwenkau can become your best choice to go for weekends or holiday. There are several comfortable hotels with high-quality service in the region that offer the guests of the town different arrangements around the area. Any service can be reserved beforehand together with the hotel room via HotelFriend. With the help of the application, you can plan your trip and design your stay in the hotel as you like.

Naunhof

Naunhof is a cultural center of Neuseenland: different kind of art exhibitions, concerts, festivals are held in the town all the year around. For example, at the beginning of autumn, the traditional potato festival invites the guests of the region to taste various dishes made of potato and enjoy the festivity. On Easter, a great violet market is open where you can not only observe various sorts of the flowers but also plunge into the world of colors and natural beauty. On Christmas Eve, Naunhof turns into a dreamy town with all the traditional merrymakings.

Naunhof is a cultural center of Neuseenland.

If you are looking for a comfortable place to stay in Naunhof at the reasonable price, HotelFriend recommends you to decide upon Hotel Rosengarten Naunhof, which is situated in a beauty spot of the town.

Neuseenland is a unique region of Leipzig, that can become a perfect place for active tourism, relaxing holiday, and interesting weekend with family. A good selection of guesthouses and hotels in Leipzig Neuseenland is ready to meet all your needs and requirements.