
Leipzig is the largest city in the German federal state of Saxony, with a population of approximately 517,000. It is the industrial center of the region and a major cultural center, offering interesting sights, shopping possibilities and lively nightlife.
There is a good public transportation system operated by the LVB. Many trams and buses are available - each mostly every 10 minutes during day and at least hourly at night. A 1 hour ticket costs 2€. After 8pm you have to enter buses at the drivers door and show/purchase your ticket.