Neukieritzsch accommodation from NZ$125

The Leipzig Apartmenthaus can be found 20 kilometres from the middle of Neukieritzsch. Another option is the ibis budget Leipzig City (opening September 2016), which can be found 20 kilometres away. Alternatively, you could make a booking at the Hotel Weisse Elster or the Holiday Inn Leipzig - Günthersdorf.

Don't skedaddle without checking out what you can discover in the rest of the area. Saxony is marked by forests, rivers and streams, as well as common Saxony attractions like the ruins. Active travellers can try their hand at snowboarding here.

Spend the day checking out the Auenhainer Beach and Markkleeberg Canoe Park, which you'll find in Markkleeberg, 12 kilometres to the north of Neukieritzsch. The Hotel Alt Connewitz and Atlanta Hotel International Leipzig are some of the great short and long-stay alternatives in Markkleeberg. Or, you could stay in Leipzig, 20 kilometres to the north of Neukieritzsch, where you'll find the Novum Hotel Aviva Leipzig Neue Messe and The Westin Leipzig. If you stay in Leipzig, set aside a little time to check out the Naschmarkt, BMW Factory and Leipzig University.

Just because you're travelling in Saxon Castle and Heathland, doesn't mean you can't indulge in your love of all things sport. You'll find Red Bull Arena 20 kilometres to the north of Neukieritzsch. The Innside Leipzig and the Leipzig Apartmenthaus are both good options if you want to really get into your sport.

Leipzig - Halle Airport is the preferred airport and is located 30 kilometres from the centre of Neukieritzsch. Hotels close to Leipzig - Halle Airport include the Landhotel Glesien and the Globana Airport Hotel.