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Jena, 17.05.2026. Today, the City of Light attracts visitors with a shopping Sunday. Numerous shops in Jena are open this Sunday, inviting citizens and visitors to enjoy a relaxed shopping experience.
The Kaffee-Salon at the old Güterbahnhof in Jena is under new management. The Stefanov family has taken over the establishment to ensure the gastronomic supply for residents and travelers in the Saalbahnhof district.
At the last home game of the Science City Jena basketball team against Heidelberg, the focus was not only on sporting success. Through various campaigns and the support of local companies, over 3,500 Euros were raised for a good cause.
On May 16, 2026, around 730 Rot-Weiß Erfurt fans marched through the city center of Jena to protest against the significantly reduced ticket allocation for away fans at the Thüringen-Derby.
Jena, May 16, 2026 – The city center of Jena is struggling with a massive spread of the invasive ant species “Lasius neglectus.” A suspected supercolony now spans 30 hectares and is increasingly displacing native species. The situation for business owners and residents is intensifying.
Ahead of the prestigious Thuringia Derby, massive fan marches took place in the Jena city center on Saturday, with nearly 3,000 supporters from both sides gathering before the high-stakes match.
The latest edition of the ARD-alpha-Ländermagazin focuses on Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, exploring its far-reaching influence on the City of Light.
Jena, May 16, 2026. During a large-scale raid last Tuesday, the Criminal Investigation Department (KPI) Jena executed 47 search warrants against suspects from the football fan scene. The investigation focuses on 20 individuals allegedly responsible for, among other things, dangerous interference with rail traffic, robbery, and extensive property damage.
On Sunday, May 17, 2026, retailers in Jena invite the public to a shopping Sunday. As part of the spring season, shops will open their doors for a relaxed weekend shopping experience.
Jena (May 16, 2026) – The outdoor pool season in Jena has opened. On Friday, the traditional ‘Anbaden’ took place at Ostbad, marking the start of this year’s open-air swimming season.