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- German
- English
Enter the ultimate battlefield of modern football. This is not just a sports tour, but a provocative journey through the soul of an entire city. Find out how Leipzig has transformed from a decaying East German sports giant into a high-tech, corporation-controlled football stronghold. Explore hidden ruins, monumental socialist architecture, and the controversial rise of RB Leipzig. Will you defend tradition or embrace the future?
- 4.8 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 135 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and society & everyday life
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Travel from Leipzig Main Station to Mückenschlösschen using local public transport. Walk from the nearest stop the last few minutes to Mückenschlösschen, Leipzig. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
From the RB Leipzig training center, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Leipzig main station. The starting point is RB Leipzig training center, Leipzig, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
A traditional beer garden that connects the historic Waldstraßenviertel with modern stadium culture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Former swimming stadium: The decaying ruins of the former GDR swimming stadium, a symbol of the collapse after reunification.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The iconic bell tower of 1956, a monumental symbol of the GDR's sporting ambitions.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
A huge historical venue that illustrates the change from state spectacle to modern entertainment.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Red Bull Arena
The heart of the tour, where the architectural masterpiece and the controversial 50+1 rule are discussed.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The neighboring indoor arena, which illustrates the economic boom and gentrification of the area.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The state-of-the-art training ground that represents the data-driven future of global football.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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