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Your update on city life, tips, and upcoming events in Jena.
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.
On February 28, 2026, the Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ) will host a comprehensive information day at StadtLab am Markt to provide guidance, orientation, and support for patients and families affected by rare diseases.
A fully automated 24/7 robotic supermarket called “Tante Zukunft” is opening at Holzmarkt 6 in Jena, representing a 120,000-euro investment in the future of retail.
Mental health care in Jena: Nine psychotherapy spots are currently available for the current calendar week. An overview of therapy forms and contact options.
Medical care in Jena is available even on Sundays. From the on-call medical service to emergency pharmacies and the emergency room, here is an overview of the most important contacts for the Saalestadt.
The city of Jena plans to support private property owners in the removal of illegal graffiti with a dedicated budget of 125,000 euros.
Jena / February 21, 2026 – This Saturday, citizens in Jena do not have to go without medical care. While most regular doctor’s offices and pharmacies remain closed over the weekend, a close-knit network of emergency and on-call services is in place in the Saalestadt.
Flea markets remain highly popular in Thüringen. From traditional markets in Jena’s historic center to specialized night events in Erfurt, the region offers a wide variety for collectors and vintage enthusiasts.
Jena aims for 5,000 new apartments by 2035 but faces slow progress. The city will use the federal “Bauturbo” law only under strict local guidelines to ensure quality urban development and focus on infill projects.
Jena-Lobeda/19.02.2026. Education is the key to the future – and dedicated specialists are in high demand in Thuringia, especially in social professions. Anyone interested in a career in this field will have an ideal opportunity for orientation in Jena-Lobeda at the end of February.
Jena. Choosing the right career path is often not easy – which makes direct insights into practice all the more important. The Staatliche Berufsbildende Schule (SBBS) für Gesundheit und Soziales in Jena is offering exactly this opportunity and will open its doors to the public on Saturday, February 28, 2026.