Jena, September 08, 2026. Under the motto “Mix and Move! – climate-friendly mobility”, the city of Jena is participating in the European Mobility Week again this year. From September 16 to 22, 2026, the administration, associations, initiatives, and companies are inviting the public to numerous events that make sustainable alternatives in urban transport tangible.
- What: European Mobility Week 2026 with diverse interactive activities
- When: September 16 to 22, 2026 (Kick-off on September 12, 2026)
- Where: Various locations and districts in Jena
- Goal: Promotion of climate-friendly mobility and practical civic participation
The action week is a concrete component in the implementation of the municipal climate action plan. This plan bundles measures to achieve Jena’s climate protection goals and to make urban infrastructure future-proof. “Climate-friendly mobility is an important building block for a livable city and must be accessible to everyone,” emphasizes Kathleen Lützkendorf, Head of the Department for Social Affairs, Health, Immigration, and Climate.
Diverse schedule and interactive offers
Citizens are invited to try out alternative means of transport directly and to gather information. The city of Jena has compiled a varied program that sets different priorities:
- 09/12/2026 (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM): Special bicycle show “Stabil Mobil” on the open space between Johannisturm and Pulverturm. Special bicycles can be tested free of charge – especially for seniors and people with mobility impairments.
- E-car sharing tours: Together with the Climate Protection Agency Jena and teilAuto, experts will introduce the use of electric vehicles, charging stations, and further network expansion.
- Construction site tour: A guided tour of the construction site at Paradiesbahnhof provides insights into urban development changes.
- Prevention theater: Interactive performances on the topic of civil courage in public transport.
- District walks & training: Walks through Jena-West as well as mobility training for users of rollators and walking sticks.
- Bicycle activities: A politicians’ bike tour, the “Kidical Mass”, a women’s bicycle school, and a mobile self-help workshop.
- Rickshaw tours: The association “Radeln ohne Alter Jena e. V.” offers rides for people with physical limitations.
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Ideal for excursions and outdoor events during Mobility Week.
Background: The Climate Action Plan of the City of Jena
The municipal climate action plan defines strategic areas of action to drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Jena and to develop the city to be climate-neutral. Since the transport sector accounts for a significant share of total emissions, the promotion of the environmental network – consisting of walking, cycling, public transport (ÖPNV), and sharing offers – plays a central role. The European Mobility Week serves as a platform to actively involve citizens in this transformation process and to demonstrate practical solutions.
The complete program with all times, exact meeting points, and registration information is available on the official city website at mobilitaet.jena.de.
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European Mobility Week 2026: Focus on climate-friendly mobility
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