Jena, September 3, 2026 – A hidden piece of local history can be discovered in Winzerla on September 13 for the Day of the Open Monument. Interested visitors have the opportunity to tour the historic spring chamber at Sängerplatz.
- What: Guided tour of the historic hydraulic monument (spring chamber and aqueduct)
- When: September 13, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
- Where: Meeting point at the junction from Trießnitzweg towards Sängerplatz (approx. in front of Trießnitzweg 19)
- Notes: Sturdy footwear is required; the path leads approximately 350 meters through the forest and requires crossing a small stream.
Historical value and insight into the interior
The spring chamber and the associated aqueduct were already recorded on a map in 1798. At that time, the ensemble supplied spring water to Winzerla and Burgau. Hydraulic structures of this kind are a rarity in Thuringia today. In historical times, an inn was also built at the spring, which was once frequently visited by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
During the tour, a rare glimpse into the otherwise locked interior of the monument will be provided. The sound of water can still be heard in the spring basin today.
Planned renovation via the 2026 Citizens’ Budget
To preserve this special testament to Jena’s history from decay, the district council and the citizens’ association have once again proposed the renovation for the 2026 Citizens’ Budget. Approximately 9,000 euros are estimated to finance the basic securing of the structure. Citizens can vote on the allocation of funds from October 1 to November 12.
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Hiking map Saaletal & Jena and surroundings
Detailed hiking map for tours through the historic surroundings and forests around Jena.
Background: Historic water supply in Winzerla
The spring chamber at Sängerplatz documents the early infrastructure for drinking water supply and management in the southern urban area of Jena. Such historical facilities provide important insights into the engineering of the late 18th century and bear witness to the change in the local cultural and excursion landscape on the edge of the Saale valley.
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Rare hydraulic monument opens its doors
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