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Jena, July 6, 2026 – Renowned Jena sports historian, co-founder of the Rennsteiglauf, and long-time head of university sports, Hans-Georg Kremer, celebrated his 80th birthday. On this occasion, the distinguished sports official was honored for his outstanding life achievements.
Jena, 06.07.2026 – Next weekend, Jena will become the center of East German rugby: The renowned “Beast from the East 7s” tournament will take place on July 11 and 12, 2026, featuring around 25 teams competing for key rankings.
The city council faction ‘Bürger for Jena’ has submitted an official motion to examine the construction of a standing surf wave in the Saale river. While the project promises tourism benefits, it faces ecological concerns and significant safety issues.
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, July 2, 2026 – FC Carl Zeiss Jena is setting the course for the future and has signed local striking talent Benno Walter. The 18-year-old signed a two-year contract with the Blue-Yellow-Whites.
Jena, June 24, 2026 – A major shake-up at FC Carl Zeiss Jena shortly before the start of the season: Managing Director Patrick Widera is unexpectedly resigning from his position as of June 30, 2026. The 46-year-old is stepping down from his roles in the club and the Spielbetriebs-GmbH for family reasons.
On Saturday, June 27, the traditional Paradiestriathlon will be held around the Jenaer Südbad. While the pool remains open, visitors should expect restrictions in the water and on access roads.
Jena, June 24, 2026 – Major shake-up at FC Carl Zeiss Jena: Managing Director Chris Widera has unexpectedly terminated his contract with the Thuringian Regionalliga club. The sudden departure of the executive leaves a significant gap in the club’s economic sector in the middle of preparations for the new season.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena is strengthening its offense for the upcoming Regionalliga season with a new signing from the 3. Liga. Striker Luca Wollschläger moves from 1. FC Saarbrücken to the Saale.
Following the cancellation of the qualification race in Lübeck due to weather-related crashes, the final ticket for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar will now be decided at the DTU Youth Cup in Jena on June 28.