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After decades of planning and political debate, construction has officially started on the tram line expansion into Jena’s north, aiming to connect the Himmelreich residential area to the public transport network.
Jena, February 27, 2026. A planned tram expansion in the north of Jena is causing mixed feelings among residents. A recent survey in the Himmelreich (Zwätzen) residential area shows that enthusiasm for the infrastructure project is significantly dampened.
Jena-Nord, 27.02.2026. After decades of planning and intensive discussions, it is now official: The expansion of the tram network into the Himmelreich residential area in Jena-Nord has begun.
On March 2, the fundamental expansion of Naumburger Straße and the extension of the tram line to the Himmelreich residential area will begin in Jena.
Production has officially begun for nine new Tramlink vehicles in Jena. The 34-million-euro investment aims to replace the aging GT6M fleet by autumn 2026, focusing on accessibility and energy efficiency.
Jena faces a financial balancing act. While the city administration navigates a budget freeze, the Stadtwerke Jena Group is launching a massive 150-million-euro investment offensive for 2026. Key projects include the energy transition, housing renovations via jenawohnen, and the modernization of the GalaxSea leisure pool. Discover how Jena aims to remain future-proof despite a tightening communal budget.