Wenigenjena: City Council approves Erlenhöfe expansion
The Jena City Council has established the planning requirements for the expansion of the ‘Erlenhöfe’ residential quarter in Wenigenjena.
City Life & Community
News from Jena’s city life. Information on urban development, the University, local business, and stories about the people shaping Jena.
Jena GalaxSea: Renovation of the leisure pool underway
Jena, July 3, 2026 – Comprehensive renovation work at the Jena leisure pool GalaxSea is proceeding according to schedule. Following the official start of construction in June, key milestones in gutting and demolition have already been achieved.
Jena: SCL Congress examines the future of logistics
The 12th Smart Compliant Logistics (SCL) Congress in Jena addressed the digitalization and decarbonization of freight transport, highlighting the challenges for Thuringian transport companies in establishing sustainable supply chains.
Stadtwerke Jena: Kristin Weiß remains Managing Director
Jena, July 3, 2026 – Kristin Weiß will remain Managing Director of Stadtwerke Jena Netze for another five years, ensuring the long-term strategic implementation of the regional energy transition.
Jena Youth Welfare Office: Restrictions starting July 6
The Jena Youth Welfare Office will experience significant service limitations next week, specifically affecting the administrative departments for maintenance and certifications.
Exhibition ENERGY – WHAT MOVES US: Interactive Energy Transition at the Jena EnergieLabor
The energy transition becomes tangible at the Jena EnergieLabor: The new exhibition ‘ENERGY – WHAT MOVES US’ launches today, offering interactive information for all citizens, focusing on innovations from the local ‘JenErgieReal’ real-world laboratory.
Photo Art in Jena: Frank Gaudlitz Exhibition Opens at the Kunstsammlung
The Kunstsammlung Jena is launching a new special exhibition featuring the renowned photographer Frank Gaudlitz, focusing on social realities in Eastern Europe and South America.
Sculptures in the Botanical Garden: Beate Debus exhibits in Jena
Jena, July 3, 2026 – A special outdoor art exhibition begins today, Friday, at the Botanischer Garten Jena: Under the title “gewachsen und gegossen” (grown and cast), sculptor Beate Debus, who lives in the Rhön region, presents her impressive sculptures amidst the blooming nature.
Steel Art in the Frommannscher Garten: Exhibition “lucide” by Cornelia Weihe Begins
Jena, July 3, 2026 – The new sculpture exhibition “lucide” by artist Cornelia Weihe, which combines sculptural art with nature, opens today in the Frommannscher Garten in Jena.
Pipeline Construction in Burgauer Weg Begins: Restrictions from Monday
Stadtwerke Jena Netze are starting the installation of a new high-pressure gas pipeline in Burgauer Weg. The project, which begins on July 6, 2026, will lead to significant traffic restrictions for drivers, residents, and students until October.