Leipzig's secret beer gardens: peace and idyll far away from the hustle and bustle!

Leipzig's secret beer gardens: peace and idyll far away from the hustle and bustle!

Leipzig is known for its beer gardens, which offer the city's residents and visitors quiet retreats away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There is a large selection of cozy places to choose from, and some of these beer gardens are characterized by particularly idyllic atmospheres. While many people flock to the popular pub streets, Leipzig also has hidden oases where you can relax.

Five selected beer gardens deserve a special mention, all of which have green surroundings and inviting offerings. The first recommendation is the **Heiter bis Cloudy** in Plagwitz. Here you will find a spacious open-air café where you can enjoy a selection of coffee, cakes, pizza, ice cream and snacks. A 0.5 liter beer here costs 4 euros, and opening times are Wednesday to Sunday, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The address is Röckener Straße 44.

In Gohlis, the **Münsters** beer garden invites you with its hearty atmosphere. There are traditional delicacies such as pretzels, Leberkas and sausage salad. The beer price is 5.20 euros for a 0.5 liter Pils or Helles. It is open daily from 6 p.m. to midnight at Platnerstrasse 13.

Unique experiences and offers

Another particularly recommended place is the beer garden **Forgiveness now on Bethlehem** in Connewitz. With its sculptures and flea market elements, it offers a unique ambience. For 3 euros you can get a 0.5 liter bottled beer. Opening hours are daily from 3 p.m. to midnight. The address is Neudorfgasse 1.

The **Theater Garden** is located in Lindenau, where you can enjoy in idyllic seclusion from traffic. Food from the rock’n’roll kitchen “Stonette” is offered here. For the price of 4.80 euros for 0.5 liters of draft beer, you can enjoy your stay in the “Tante Manfred” pub from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. every day, as well as Wednesday to Saturday. The address is Lützner Straße 29.

Last but not least there is the idyllic beer garden **Salz** in the wolkenspinnerei, known for its airy tables and home-baked cakes. Beer prices are 5 euros for 0.5 liters and 3.50 euros for 0.33 liters. It is open from Wednesday to Thursday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and even until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The address is Spinnereistraße 7.

Popular points of contact in Leipzig

Another popular address for beer lovers is the Gosenschenke “Ohne Sorge”. This place is known for the famous Leipziger Gose and offers a rustic atmosphere and hearty beer garden food. The Gosenschenke is particularly suitable for larger groups and offers regular events and live music. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends during the summer months. Opening times are from Wednesday to Friday, 4 p.m. to midnight, and Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 12 p.m. The address is Menckestraße 5, 04155 Leipzig. Further information can be found on the Gosenschenke website.

Overall, it can be said that Leipzig's beer gardens offer numerous opportunities to enjoy your time in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether in a shady spot in the countryside or in the open air - there is something for every taste, far away from the urban noise of the bar streets.

For detailed information about the city's hidden beer gardens you can visit LVZ and Ahoy Leipzig.