Reporter1 Medical care in Jena remains available around the clock even on Sundays. From the medical on-call service to the emergency room at UKJ, here are the most important contacts and information for patients.
Relive a legendary moment in Thuringian football history. New archive footage from MDR captures FC Carl Zeiss Jena’s sensational 2006 ‘march-through’ from the fourth division to the 2. Bundesliga. Featuring former head coach Heiko Weber, the material showcases the fighting spirit and emotional atmosphere at Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld that returned the club to the national spotlight. A must-watch for fans of the club from the Paradies.
The football community is rallying around Heiko Weber following his cancer diagnosis. As a legendary player, coach, and youth director for FC Carl Zeiss Jena, the 60-year-old has shaped Thuringian football for decades. Now, a wave of solidarity is sweeping across club lines, with a GoFundMe campaign already raising thousands of euros to support his medical treatment and family during this challenging time.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena and midfielder Kay Seidemann have mutually agreed to terminate his contract, ending a controversial tenure marked by fan protests and disciplinary issues. The move brings closure to a long-standing dispute regarding the player’s past at rivals Rot-Weiß Erfurt. Read more about the reasons behind this final decision by the club’s management.
How will Jena heat its homes in the coming decades? Stadtwerke Jena is set to unveil its comprehensive „Anika“ transformation plan in the second quarter of 2026. This strategic roadmap will define which neighborhoods will see district heating expansion and where heat pumps will become the standard, providing much-needed investment security for homeowners and tenants across the city.
Facing a sudden illness over the weekend in Jena? From general practitioners at Universitätsklinikum Jena to rotating emergency pharmacies, the city’s medical network ensures you are covered. Learn which numbers to call, where to find help in Lobeda or the city center, and when to choose the ER over the on-call medical service.
From Scandinavian-inspired retreats to urban bagel shops, Jena’s café scene is more diverse than ever. Whether you are a student looking for a quiet study spot or a family seeking a child-friendly oasis, our curated list of insider tips from t.akt magazine highlights the best places to enjoy a high-quality brew in the Saale valley.
Once facing high vacancy rates and decay, the Columbuscenter in Jena-Winzerla is showing signs of recovery. With ground-floor occupancy approaching 50% and the opening of new shops like MD Alibabamarkt, this neighborhood hub is fighting for a comeback. Discover how new renovation plans and a fresh mix of tenants aim to revitalize this essential local supply center and improve the quality of life for the district’s residents.
Unknown vandals have targeted Jena-Zwätzen, destroying four advertising boards and causing over 200 euros in damage. Local police have launched an investigation and are seeking witnesses who may have observed suspicious activity in the area on Wednesday morning. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of vandalism in Jena and its impact on the local community’s sense of security.
In a decisive 6-2 vote, the Winzerla district council has rejected plans for a new community encounter center. Instead of a new building, local representatives are urging the city of Jena to repurpose the existing Goetheschule. This move highlights a growing preference for sustainable urban development and signals a potential shift in the neighborhood’s social infrastructure planning.
