Forum 1813 - Leipzig Museum of Local History

An impressing picture of the Battle of the Nations is presented here. More than 350 fascinating original objects provide an insight.

More than 350 original objects paint an impressive picture of the Völkerschlacht (Battle of Leipzig, or Battle of the Nations) and of all the nations involved, giving a deeper understanding of the events at the time.On 18 October, 1813 the allied armies of Russia, Prussia, Austria and Sweden force Napoleon’s army into retreat, marking the end of his hegemony in Europe.

Some 500,000 soldiers from all over Europe came and fought for the political future of the continent in one of the cruellest battles of the 19th century.

Good to know

Accessibility

Saxony Barrier-Free
Notes on accessibility / deviations from the pictograms:

  • Please register wheelchair users by telephone.
  • Access (door 71 cm) with wheelchair lift (operation by staff only): door 84 cm.
  • Accessible toilet in the Battle of the Nations Monument.

  • Guided tours for people with learning disabilities.
Parking
  • indicated disabled parking space available

Entrance to the facility / paths within the facility
  • Door width min. 70 cm

  • Entrance with max. one step or ramp

Lift
  • Door width min. 80 cm

  • Stepless access (max. 3 cm) or ramp

  • Floor area of lift min. 90x120 cm

Additional aids / offers
  • Aids / offers for persons with learning and mental disabilities

Author

Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbH
Bautzner Straße 45/47
01099 Dresden

Organization

Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbH