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HTWK Lipsius-Bau

Where historical elegance meets campus vitality

Counts toward these achievements:

Leipzig: First Steps10 pts

Leipzig: Explorer25 pts

Leipzig: Insider50 pts

The Lipsius Building in Leipzig's Connewitz district is an architectural gem that brings the city's history to life. Originally constructed as the main post office administration building, it now stands proudly as part of the Leipzig University of Applied Sciences. This heritage-listed structure beautifully blends tradition with modern academia. Visiting here feels like stepping through time, surrounded by the vibrant energy of a university campus.

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Originally built as an administration building for the postal authorities, the Lipsius-Bau is now a protected heritage site and part of the Leipzig University of Applied Sciences campus.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1920
Heritage Status: Heritage Monument

Guided Story

Take a moment to admire the striking facade in front of you. Can you believe this once housed the main post office administration? Now, it's a bustling part of the Leipzig University of Applied Sciences. Did you know it's named after Constantin Lipsius, a key architect in 19th-century Leipzig? Turn around and feel the vibrant energy of the campus. If you look east, you might spot the Rosa Luxemburg bust, echoing the city's revolutionary spirit. Here, you see how tradition and innovation coalesce in the heart of Leipzig.