St. Thomas Church

Leipzig

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St. Thomas Church

The restored Gothic St. Thomas Church (Thomaskirche) is one of Leipzig’s top attractions and it has a rich 800-year history, to say the least: right here, Martin Luther used to lecture, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart played the organ in the church, and Richard Wagner was baptised. However, it is most famous for being the church where Johann Sebastian Bach used to serve as a cantor for 27 years. The magnificent building is home to the master composer’s sarcophagus, and is a must visit when being in Leipzig.

Do & See

Today, Leipzig is a lively, open and multi-faceted city with an abundance of attractions on offer. Having been a trade centre for centuries, the shopping opportunities are fantastic, while the opera house, museums and art institutions provide activities galore for those with a cultural taste.