Kahla near Jena: Man seriously injures cyclist
A 42-year-old man attacked two cyclists in Kahla on Tuesday. A 64-year-old woman sustained severe and potentially permanent injuries.
Jena Cup Begins: Cross-Country Gliding Qualification
Jena, July 29, 2026: The traditional Jena Cup in gliding has commenced. The competition serves as an official qualification championship for cross-country gliding, bringing together ambitious pilots in the region.
Zeiss-Planetarium Jena: A Glimpse into Infinity
Jena, 29.07.2026: The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena presents the astronomy program ‘Future – A Glimpse into Infinity,’ taking visitors on a journey through billions of years.
Children’s Musical ‘Der Notenbaum’ at the Planetarium Jena
Jena, July 29, 2026 – The children’s musical ‘Der Notenbaum’ brings a charming musical narrative for families to the dome stage of the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena.
Jena: Zohar Fraiman presents ‘Players in Paradise’
Jena, July 29, 2026 – Starting today, Wednesday, July 29, 2026, the Kunstsammlung Jena is hosting the new special exhibition ‘Players in Paradise’ by artist Zohar Fraiman. Featuring large-format paintings, delicate drawings, and spatial installations, the exhibition offers a multi-layered reflection on modern role models and the construction of identity.
Jena: Stadium bans for FCC fans end – debate continues
After one year, the city of Jena has lifted stadium bans for 56 FC Carl Zeiss Jena fans. Despite their return to the Südkurve, the police operation, the exercise of property rights, and future security requirements remain subjects of public debate.
Kahla: Serious injuries following violent crime – Man bites police officer
Kahla/Jena, July 29, 2026: During a serious violent incident in Kahla on Tuesday afternoon, two women sustained significant injuries. The suspected perpetrator also attacked the responding police officers.
Ilmtal Cycle Path: Two cyclists injured in accident
Wickerstedt/Eberstedt, 07/29/2026: On Tuesday evening, a traffic accident involving three cyclists occurred on the popular Ilmtal cycle path between Wickerstedt and Eberstedt. During a collision while turning and overtaking, one of the participants sustained minor injuries, and significant property damage was caused.
Kunstsammlung Jena presents photo art by Frank Gaudlitz
Jena, July 29, 2026 – The photo exhibition by Frank Gaudlitz opens today, Wednesday, at the Kunstsammlung Jena and will be on display until September 20, 2026.
Field fire near Hopfgarten: Police seeking witnesses
Hopfgarten/Jena, July 29, 2026 – A large-scale field fire broke out near Hopfgarten in the Weimarer Land district on Sunday evening. Thanks to the rapid response of emergency services, a larger disaster was averted, though significant property damage occurred.