New Start at the Güterbahnhof: Stefanov Family Takes Over Kaffee-Salon in Jena

Jena, May 16, 2026. The Kaffee-Salon at the old Güterbahnhof in the immediate vicinity of the Saalbahnhof is now under new management. Stefan Stefanov has taken over the establishment together with his family, embarking on a gastronomic new start in the Saalestadt to ensure the provision of services for residents and travelers in the quarter.

  • Event: Change of operator in the gastronomy sector
  • Establishment: Kaffee-Salon
  • Location: Alter Güterbahnhof at the Saalbahnhof, Jena
  • New Operators: Stefan Stefanov with wife Nevena and sons Esat and Enver

A Family Project in Jena-Nord

With energetic commitment, the family continues the established café operation in Jena-Nord. In addition to Stefan Stefanov, his wife Nevena is actively involved in the daily business. The family team is completed by their two sons, Esat and Enver. By continuing the Kaffee-Salon, residents, commuters, and students retain a central location for exchange and catering in this high-traffic neighborhood.

Background: Structural Change at the Alter Güterbahnhof

The area around the Saalbahnhof and the Alter Güterbahnhof in the north of Jena looks back on a long railway history. In recent decades, the district has evolved from a purely logistical and industrial hub into a vibrant urban space. Where freight traffic once dominated the scene, cultural centers like the Kulturbahnhof, start-ups, and gastronomic offerings can now be found. Establishments like the Kaffee-Salon benefit from the unique historical industrial charm and meet the growing demand for neighborhood gastronomy away from Jena’s city center.


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