Jena, March 31, 2026. The Stadtwerke Jena are pushing ahead with the expansion of their free public Wi-Fi network. Effective immediately, citizens and guests at two further high-traffic locations in the city will benefit from the digital offering.
- What: Expansion of the free „MeinJena-WLAN“
- Who: Stadtwerke Jena
- New locations (effective immediately): Ernst-Abbe-Platz, Camsdorfer Ufer
- Planned locations (coming soon): Enver-Şimşek-Platz, Westsportplatz
Digital Enhancement for High-Traffic Locations
At Ernst-Abbe-Platz, the combination of MeinJena-WLAN with the existing eduroam network of the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität creates a particularly powerful hotspot directly in the city center. While university members can continue to use eduroam as usual, the municipal Wi-Fi network is now available to all other visitors and passers-by free of charge.
Camsdorfer Ufer also benefits from the innovation. The area along the Saale is one of the most popular outdoor locations. The new digital connection further enhances the quality of stay in this section of the riverbank. However, the expansion is not yet complete: in the coming weeks, Enver-Şimşek-Platz and Westsportplatz are also to be connected to the free network.
Background: Public Wi-Fi as Part of the Smart City
The „MeinJena-WLAN“ is a central service provided by the Stadtwerke, intended to facilitate digital access in public spaces for all citizens. A comprehensive, freely accessible Wi-Fi network at key hubs is an important component of the city’s digitalization strategy. Ernst-Abbe-Platz, as the university’s main campus, and the recreation area at Camsdorfer Ufer near the historic Camsdorfer Brücke are strategically important locations for locals, students, and tourists alike.
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