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Jena, July 4, 2026 – The city of Jena is initiating the systematic decarbonization of its bus network: in the future, all new fleet acquisitions will consist exclusively of electric buses.
Commuters on the busy rail line between Halle, Jena, and Saalfeld must prepare for significant delays. Due to upcoming construction work, a section of the track will be completely closed to train traffic.
On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, a registered rally will cause temporary traffic disruptions in Jena city center. Local road users are requested to avoid the area during the assembly period.
Jena, June 29, 2026 – Drivers and public transport users in Jena must prepare for significant traffic disruptions in July. Due to road construction work, the B7 federal highway in the Jena Mühltal will be fully closed.
Starting Monday, June 29, 2026, one of Jena’s most important traffic hubs will transform into a major construction site. Extensive track work and station upgrades at Paradiesbahnhof will lead to significant traffic restrictions and detours for commuters and residents until 2027.
On Saturday, June 27, the traditional Paradiestriathlon will be held around the Jenaer Südbad. While the pool remains open, visitors should expect restrictions in the water and on access roads.
Due to upcoming asphalt work in Schorba, JES Verkehrsgesellschaft passengers must prepare for significant restrictions. As there are no turning options for buses in the construction area, bus services will be completely cancelled in Schorba during this period.
Due to asphalt work in Schorba, bus services will be suspended for three days in June 2026. Several regional lines are affected by cancellations or delays.
Jena, June 8, 2026. Following an incident in a Jena tram late Sunday evening, police are investigating a 41-year-old man for homophobic insults and exhibitionist acts. The heavily intoxicated suspect had harassed and attacked two young passengers.
Commuters and rail travelers on the Saalebahn must prepare for significant restrictions this coming weekend. Due to construction work by DB InfraGO, the track section between Jenaer Saalbahnhof and Camburg will be fully closed for several days.