Mushroom picking in Leipzig
Leipzig lies at about 116 m. Forest is scarce here: 17 % within 10 km, mostly oak and birch. Conditions were best most often for Parasol Mushroom, King Trumpet Mushroom and Yellow Coral Mushroom in 2026. Today Oyster Mushroom leads with 12 %.
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Nearby towns
Markkleeberg17 % forest · Parasol MushroomSchkeuditz14 % forest · Parasol MushroomDelitzsch14 % forest · King Trumpet MushroomEilenburg17 % forest · Parasol MushroomBorna22 % forest · Parasol MushroomWurzen25 % forest · Parasol MushroomGrimma17 % forest · Parasol MushroomTorgau22 % forest · King Trumpet Mushroom
🍳 Mushroom cuisine in Germany
- Chanterelles in cream sauce with bread dumplings
- Pan-fried porcini with herbs
- Mushroom pan with bacon and onions
Which mushrooms grow in Leipzig?
In the 2026 season our forecast showed the most good days in Leipzig for Parasol Mushroom, King Trumpet Mushroom, Yellow Coral Mushroom.
How much forest is there in Leipzig?
Within 10 km of Leipzig about 17 % of the land is forest.
When is mushroom season in Leipzig?
The main season is usually August to October; rain and warmth decide when it starts. The growth chance above shows today, the mushroom forecast the next 10 days.