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This summer, an unusually high number of butterflies are attracting attention in Jena’s gardens. Known as migratory moths, these insects hover in front of flowers like small hummingbirds to feed on nectar.
The Zeiss-Planetarium Jena invites families to a special journey of discovery. In the award-winning 360° production ‘The Secret of the Trees,’ young visitors learn fascinating facts about the world of plants.
Jena, August 22, 2026: The Jena City Forest offers guided forest bathing sessions, where participants can find relaxation through targeted sensory exercises in the woods.
A historical weeping beech, approximately 120 to 140 years old, collapsed in the Botanischer Garten Jena during the night to Thursday. The tree, located at the Fürstengraben, had lost its stability due to root rot.
Colorful awakening in the center of Jena: This year’s butterfly season has officially begun at the Botanischer Garten. Visitors can now once again observe a wide variety of tropical butterflies up close in the climate-controlled greenhouse.
A 150-year-old copper beech in Jena’s city center is slated for removal due to severe fungal decay. The tree at the intersection of Fürstengraben and Bibliotheksweg poses a safety risk to the public.
Jena offers a diverse program for the winter holidays, ranging from the musical “Aladin” at the Volkshaus to a rustic campfire experience in the Jenaer Forst.