The ScaDS.AI Dresden / Leipzig Summer School 2026 will take place at the Radisson Blu Hotel Leipzig Augustusplatz.
From Leipzig Central Station, walk across Willy-Brandt-Platz and down Goethestraße to Augustusplatz. The walk takes about 8 minutes. The Radisson Blu Hotel is located at the corner of Augustusplatz and Grimmaischer Steinweg.
Take any of the tram lines 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 15, or 16 one stop to Augustusplatz. From there, you can already see the hotel and just need to cross the intersection on foot. The Radisson Blu Hotel is located at the corner of Augustusplatz and Grimmaischer Steinweg.
From the east: Exit the A14 at exit 23 (Leipzig Mitte) and follow the B2 toward Leipzig city center.
From the south, west, and north: Take the A9 and exit at Exit 17 (Leipzig West). Then take the B181 toward Leipzig Zentrum. This route is suitable for drivers coming from the south, west, and north.
Parking: Parking in downtown Leipzig can sometimes be difficult. There are several parking garages in downtown Leipzig. The one closest to the hotel is located here.
Take the S-Bahn S5/S5X to the Leipzig, Markt station. The ride takes about 15 minutes. Walk 700 meters along Grimmaische Straße to Augustusplatz.

Note first that accommodation costs are not included in the ticket prices. The information in this section is for your convenience only. Please assess and book yourself what meets your needs.
For price comparisons, you may use these query links (preset to 1 person for 5 nights, June 21-26):
[ Booking.com ] [ HRS ] [ TripAdvisor (in German) ]
The two lists link to the websites of some options. The price ordering is indicative, actual prices vary.
Outside of the city center
With shared rooms in the city center
Single rooms in the city center

Leipzig connects rich history and vibrant culture. It has one of the longest histories of any German city, tracing its roots back to the Holy Roman Empire. In the modern era, Leipzig played a key role in the fall of communism in Central and Eastern Europe. The famous “Wir sind das Volk” (We are the people) Monday peaceful protests began in Leipzig, starting from the St. Nicholas Church (Nikolaikirche).
These peaceful mass marches spread to other cities all across the German Democratic Republic (GDR), leading to the fall of the Berlin Wall, the collapse of East Germany’s government, and German reunification in 1990.
Today, Leipzig is often referred to as the ‘Creative City’ and is renowned for its vibrant and diverse cultural scene. The city’s cultural scene benefits from both its rich cultural traditions and the creative spaces it offers, as well as the opportunities provided by the city’s art and cultural promotion.
Encircled by a belt of parks and gardens, Leipzig is a beautiful place to live and visit. It offers a good public transport network and is very walkable, making it a great destination for tourists.
Museum der bildenden Künste Leipzig
Museum der bildenden Künste, Katharinenstraße 10, 04109 Leipzig
Tue, Thu–Sun 10am-6pm
Wed midday-8pm
Permanent exhibition free of charge, other exhibition 12€ (6€ for students)
“The Museum of Fine Arts Leipzig is a treasure for art lovers. Here you can admire unique works by the famous painter Caspar David Friedrich. His timeless romantic landscapes are fascinating and offer a spiritual dimension. Immerse yourself in the world of art and experience the masterpieces of this important artist!”
Grassi Museum für Angewandte Kunst
GRASSI Museum für Angewandte Kunst, Johannisplatz 5–11, 04103 Leipzig
Tue, Thu-Sun: 10am–6pm
Wed midday–8pm
Permanent exhibition free of charge, other exhibition 10€ (7€ for students)
“Discover the heart of Leipzig – the GRASSI Museum of Applied Arts. This renowned museum, one of the leading museums in Europe, invites visitors to embark on a fascinating journey through 3,000 years of art and cultural history. From historical masterpieces to contemporary design, the GRASSI Museum offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity.”
Passage Kinos Leipzig
https://passage-kinos.de/
Passage Kinos, Hainstraße 19a, 04109 Leipzig
11,90€, until 4pm 10,90€
“Immerse yourself in the world of film at Passage Kino Leipzig, a place that combines the magic of the big screen with the charm of historic architecture. This cinema is not only a meeting place for film enthusiasts, but also a cultural center that offers a diverse selection of current and classic films from different genres and countries, often in original language with subtitles.”
Schaubühne Sommerkino
https://www.schaubuehne.com/spielplan/reihen/sommerkino-open-air
Plagwitzer Markthalle, Markranstädter Str. 8, 04229 Leipzig
Tue – Sun: 10 pm
9€
“Cinema in a light and airy atmosphere again at last! This summer, the Schaubühne is once again showing its excellent film program in original language with subtitles. Great cinema on the big screen under the sky in open air. The café also offers drinks and tasty snacks, regionally produced and ecologically certified. Cool nights and hot evenings guaranteed!”
EXIT-PIECES
https://www.schauspiel-leipzig.de/spielplan/a-z/exit-pieces/
Schauspiel Leipzig, Residenz in der Spinnerei, Spinnereistraße 7, Halle 7, 04179 Leipzig
Thu + Fr 8 pm
17 € (10€ for students)
SWEDISH AND ENGLISH SPEAKING WITH GERMAN SUBTITLES
GERMAN SPEAKING
Planerts Restaurant
https://planerts.com/
Oelßner’s Hof, Ritterstraße 23, 04109 Leipzig
Lunch
Thu – Sat, 11:30 am – 2 pm
Dinner
Tue – Sat, 6 pm – 11 pm
main course from 25€
“Two chefs, one restaurant, zero chichi. At Planerts, we deliberately avoid obsessive labels. We prefer to focus on what really matters: creative, natural cuisine, fantastic drinks and passionate hospitality.”
Backstein – Bäckerei für zeitgenössisches Brot
https://www.backstein.pm/
Bäckerei für zeitgenössisches Brot, Grassistraße 4, 04107 Leipzig
Tue-Sat 9am – 7pm
“As a bakery for contemporary bread, we pursue our passion for baking good bread with the simplest and highest quality raw materials such as flour, water, salt and time. All bread doughs are made exclusively with our own sourdoughs. Baguette, focaccia and Viennoiserie with a long dough resting time. For taste, digestibility and freshness. Whether you pick up bread at the door or linger in the garden with coffee, focaccia and sweets, we look forward to your visit!”
Monchi – enjoy vegan
https://monchi-leipzig.de/
Monchi Leipzig, Beethovenstraße 10, 04107 Leipzig
Mon – Sat:
midday – 3:30 pm
5 – 10 pm
main dish about 15€
“The finest vegan cuisine and delicious drinks await you at Monchi. In a modern and green ambience, you can unwind and fully immerse yourself in the taste.”
Bookstore Rotorbooks
https://www.rotorbooks.de/
Buchhandlung für Theorie, Kunst und Literatur, Kolonnadenstraße 5–7, 04109 Leipzig
Mon – Sat:
10 am – 7 pm
“ROTORBOOKS is a specialized bookstore for theory, literature and contemporary art. Our focus is on political philosophy, left-wing theory and social analysis; feminist theory, gender and queer studies; cultural and literary theory, theater studies; aesthetics and media theory, literature from independent publishers as well as art and artists’ books. We also have a large selection of English-language titles, poetry, a children’s book corner and a small range of cookbooks.”
Stadtgeschichtliches Museum Leipzig
https://www.stadtgeschichtliches-museum-leipzig.de/
Stadtgeschichtliches Museum Leipzig, Böttchergäßchen 3, 04109 Leipzig
Tue–Sun: 10 am – 6 pm
8€ (4€ for students and in the evening)
“Experience Leipzig’s rich history up close in the City History Museum, the cultural treasure in the heart of the city that tells the chronicle of an impressive past.”
Gedenkstätte für Zwangsarbeit Leipzig
https://www.zwangsarbeit-in-leipzig.de/zwangsarbeit-in-leipzig
Gedenkstätte für Zwangsarbeit Leipzig, Permoserstraße 15, 04318 Leipzig
Tue – Thu: 10am – 6 p,
Fri- Sat: 11am – 5 pm
free of charge
“The memorial commemorates the victims, the injustice and the history of the Nazi use of forced labor in Leipzig and its consequences. The permanent exhibition is complemented by public events, guided tours, district tours and educational programs.”
Reclam Museum
https://www.reclam-museum.de/
Reclam-Museum, Kreuzstraße 12, 04103 Leipzig
Tue & Thu: 3 – 6 pm
free of charge, donations welcome
“Discover a world full of literary treasures at the Reclam Museum Leipzig and immerse yourself in the history of the famous Reclam publishing house. Whether you are a literature lover or simply looking for an insight into local culture – the extensive collection of yellow Reclam books is well worth a visit.”
Zeitgeschichtliches Forum
https://www.hdg.de/zeitgeschichtliches-forum/
Zeitgeschichtliches Forum Leipzig, Grimmaische Straße 6, 04109 Leipzig
Tue – Fri: 10 am – 6 pm
Free of charge
“Experience history – at the Leipzig Forum of Contemporary History. Our permanent exhibition illustrates the history of divided Germany and the period after reunification with around 2,000 objects, photos and films.”
HMT STAGE NIGHT
https://rausgegangen.de/events/hmt-stage-night-jazz-sessions-44/
koko café-bar, Gottschedstraße 10, 04109 Leipzig
Tue. 23.06, starting 7:30 pm
donation for artist starting at 5 €
“What good is gray theory if there is no practice? The students of the Leipzig University of Music and Performing Arts avoid this dilemma by meeting once a week for a joint session. The evening opens with a fixed formation, after which the stage is open.
NEPOMUK QUIZNIGHT
https://www.quizlabor.de/
Nepomuk, Zschochersche Str. 57, 04229 Leipzig
Wed. 24.06., starting 7:30 pm
donation based entry
„We’re excited to introduce you to the new, small but mighty “Nepomuk Quiz Night” in Plagwitz. Conceived and hosted in turns by Hiero, Felix, Eva, and Richard, you can look forward to five rounds, each featuring up to 10 questions in a wide variety of formats, styles, and difficulty levels. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve a table quickly for your team, which can consist of up to eight people.“
GERMAN SPEAKING
Leipzig Auwald
http://www.leipziger-auwald.de/
Leipzig Auwald, Waldstraße 175, 04105 Leipzig
“Leipzig’s alluvial forest is one of the most famous and impressive alluvial forests in Germany. A large part of it runs through the middle of the city and is one of the most important recreational areas for Leipzig’s residents. A well-developed network of hiking, cycling and riding trails, facilities such as the wildlife park, but also the variety of habitats with their rich and interesting flora and fauna offer numerous opportunities to relax and experience nature.”
Heiter bis Wolkig Outdoor Café
https://stiftung-ecken-wecken.de/projekte/buergerbahnhof-plagwitz/aktionsbereiche/heiter-bis-wolkig-cafe
Heiter bis Wolkig, Röckener Str. 44, 04229 Leipzig
Wen – Sun: 2 – 8 pm
“Heiter bis Wolkig is a place to relax, drink fresh coffee, network and be creative. Where everyday life can take a short break and you can let the world pass you by between the city and the wilderness. People of all ages can feel at home here and enjoy the freedom of nature with us. Culinary delights abound, as visitors can enjoy homemade cakes, the best coffee, hot and cold drinks, ice cream and small snacks. Many products are vegan, produced by local producers and distributed by sustainable small businesses from Plagwitz.”
Stammbar Leipzig
https://www.stammbar-leipzig.de/
Stammbar Leipzig, Breite Str. 8, 04317 Leipzig
everyday: 7 pm – 2 am
“Our selection of drinks is manageable, but well chosen. Among other things, we make a point of using local products. The beer from the Plagwitz brewery is palatable and tasty, the wine from Leipziger Vinosaurier, Funky Trout, Pretty Pottwal and our Gisela is also made here in Leipzig.”
Imperii
https://home.imperii.de/
Imperii, Brühl 72, 04109 Leipzig
Tue– Thu: 4 pm – midnight
Fri – Sat: 4 pm – 1 am
“Experience Leipzig’s burgeoning bar culture at the bar, where André Pintz and his team are ready to serve you. As a renowned bartender, he infuses his unique style into select original creations and classic-modern drinks. The bar menu features experimental concoctions as well as a selection of spirits from around the world.”