Excalibur at Klimcentrum Bjoeks, the world's tallest freestanding climbing tower, offers a unique ascent for experienced climbers. Rising 37 metres with an 11-metre overhang, it mimics real peak conditions. Climbers can connect via a dedicated WhatsApp group for partners, and rent all necessary equipment on the spot. For the adventurous, there's even an option to stay the night atop Excalibur. Bjoeks also features remarkable outdoor bouldering on concrete, a distinct experience requiring technical skill. Indoor climbing and essential facilities like showers and a kitchen make your stay extra comfortable.

At the Museum of Cultural History, visitors will find a vast collection of artefacts that span Norwegian history, tracing back from the Ice Age to the era of Christianity. With a particular emphasis on the Viking period and the Middle Ages, it comprehensively explores these significant chapters. On the upper floors, visitors can immerse themselves in an ethnographic museum that showcases rotating exhibitions, offering a glimpse into diverse cultures and traditions.

A quiet spot just outside the city centre, Giusti Garden dates back to the late 1500s and was once part of a private villa owned by Count Agostino Giusti. Mozart and Goethe passed through here, but now it’s mostly a peaceful place to wander. Tall cypress trees, statues, and views over Verona if you climb to the top. There’s also a small hedge maze—local legend says if a couple finds each other inside, they’re meant to stay together.

Explore Leipzig Zoo, a captivating urban oasis offering six themed worlds that mirror natural habitats. Known for groundbreaking projects like Pongoland with gorillas, chimpanzees, bonobos and orangutans, and the world's second largest indoor rainforest hall called Gondwanaland, it stands out as a leader in conservation and biodiversity, open all year round.