Mitte in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany — Central Europe
Leipzig im Schnittpunkt alter Handelsstraßen
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Leipzig: Intersection of Ancient Trade Routes
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
1. Leipzig im Schnittpunkt alter Handelsstraßen / Leipzig: Intersection of Ancient Trade Routes Marker
Die Via Regia (Königsstraße) war vom späten Mittelalter bis in das 19. Jahrhundert die wichtigste Verbindung zwischen Ost-und Westeuropa. Hier in Leipzig kreuzte sie die Via Imperii (Reichsstraße), die in Nord-Süd-Richtung verlief. Mit dem Bau der Waage wurde der Markt der Schnittpunkt beider Handelsstraßen.
Diese Tafel ist Teil des Projektes Via Regia Plus – nachhaltige Mobilität und regionale Kooperation entlang des paneuropäischen Verkehrskorridors III (2006–2011). Via Regia Plus wurde im Programm CENTRAL EUROPE mit Mitteln des Europäischen Fonds für Regionale Entwicklung (EFRE) entwickelt.
From the Late Middle Ages into the 19th century, the Via Regia (King's Road) was the most important connection between Eastern and Western Europe. Here in Leipzig it crossed the Via Imperii (Imperial Road), which travels in a north to south direction. The market became the intersection of the trade roads upon the construction of the scales.
This panel is part of the Via Regia Plus project – sustainable mobility and regional cooperation along Pan-European Transport Corridor III (2006–2011). Via Regia Plus was developed within the CENTRAL EUROPE Programme with funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
Erected by Central Europe, European Union, European Regional Development Fund.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Roads & Vehicles.
Location. 51° 20.462′ N, 12° 22.496′
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Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Johann Gottfried Seume (within shouting distance of this marker); Dr. Hermann Hartmann (within shouting distance of this marker); Alte Handelsbörse / Old Stock Exchange (within shouting distance of this marker); Victor von Prendel (within shouting distance of this marker); Altes Rathaus / Old City Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Griechenhaus / Greek House (within shouting distance of this marker); Gefälschte Kommunalwahl -Kontrolle und Proteste / Rigged local elections control and protests (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Johann Sebastian Bach (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Leipzig.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
2. Leipzig im Schnittpunkt alter Handelsstraßen / Leipzig: Intersection of Ancient Trade Routes Marker
The view of the marker laying flat on the marktplatz.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
3. Leipzig im Schnittpunkt alter Handelsstraßen / Leipzig: Intersection of Ancient Trade Routes Marker
The view of the marker on the ground with the Altes Rathaus in the background.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 21, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 19, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 4 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 21, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
