Guided Hike to the Fuchsturm for People with Dementia
On April 30, 2026, a guided hike to the Fuchsturm will be offered specifically for people with dementia and their relatives, focusing on physical activity and social interaction.
Guides & Leisure
The best day trip ideas and leisure activities for Jena and the Saale Valley. Discover hiking routes, dining recommendations, and helpful guides for locals and tourists.
Kick-off in Wenigenjena: ADFC Opens Women’s Bicycle School
The ADFC Jena-Saaletal is launching its bicycle school for women this Saturday, offering a safe environment for beginners and those returning to cycling to learn and build confidence.
Police Investigation: Two Burglaries in Single-Family Homes in Ammerbach and Ilmnitz
On Thursday, two burglaries were committed in the Jena districts of Ammerbach and Ilmnitz. Unknown perpetrators gained access to the residential buildings via rear balcony doors.
School placement dispute ended: Jena agrees on new allocation procedure from May
Jena, 10.04.2026. A far-reaching agreement has been reached in the dispute over the allocation of school places in Jena. A new decree will give the city more room for maneuver in school selection starting in May, ending weeks of uncertainty for many parents.
Pollen Alarm in Jena: High Levels of Birch, Alder, and Ash
For allergy sufferers in Jena and the surrounding area, this Friday will be a test of endurance: A current pollen alarm warns of particularly high concentrations in the air. The main causes of the allergic reactions are currently the typical early bloomers.
Staying Safely Mobile: DRK Invites to Rollator Training in Lobeda-Ost
Jena-Lobeda, 09.04.2026 – The DRK Senior Citizens’ Meeting Center in Lobeda-Ost invites you to a comprehensive information event focusing on the safe and confident use of rollators in everyday life.
Increased Pollen Levels in Jena: Birch, Alder, and Ash on the Rise
Jena, 09.04.2026. The spring-like weather in the Saaletal brings not only sunshine but also a significantly increased concentration of tree pollen. Hay fever sufferers must prepare for high levels in the air this Thursday.
Geriatric Day Clinic Strengthens Medical Care for Older People at UKJ
Jena, 08.04.2026 – The Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ) is strengthening medical care for older citizens. The geriatric day clinic is once again offering a comprehensive range of therapies that combine inpatient and outpatient treatment elements, specifically tailored to patients over 70 years of age.
Windows Smashed with Stone: Series of Car Break-ins in Jena Nord
Jena-Nord, 04.04.2026 – In the early hours of Saturday morning, a car alarm woke residents in Jena Nord from their sleep. A previously unknown perpetrator smashed the windows of several vehicles with a large stone to reach valuables in the interior.
Luxury E-Bike Worth 10,000 Euros Stolen in Jena – Perpetrators on the Run
In Jena, unknown perpetrators have stolen a high-quality e-bike in the five-figure price range. The suspects fled the scene following the incident.