Of course there are many more "simple" reasons that characterize Eilenburg as a great city to work, live, and feel at home.

Living:

• There are many appealing housing options, for example the "Leipziger Plateau" residential area

Education:

• Elementary schools(3), Grammar school (1), Secondary school (1), see Schools
• Specialized schools (for students with behavioural difficulties, students with learning disabilities, and the mentally disabled)
• Occupational training centre (in German), 5 km from the city centre
• Chimney sweep college for the states of Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia, 5 km from the city centre
• Day care centre (in German) (civic-run and private facilities) with approximately 80 nursery, 260 day care, and 330 after-school-care spots
• Astronomy Observatory (in German)
• District adult education centre (in German)
• District music school

Culture:

• City museum
• "Music Hour" (Concert series presenting mainly classical music)
• Childrens' Theatre

Sports, Leisure:

• Sports stadium
• Ski Jump
• Leisure and Relaxation Area "Kiesgrube" (ideal for activities such as swimming, camping, and water-skiing)

Most importantly there are dozens of different clubs and associations offering a wide variety of athletic and entertainment activities - something for everyone.