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Starting June 29, 2026, a comprehensive infrastructure project will begin at Jenaer Paradiesbahnhof to completely renew the worn-out tram tracks, leading to significant traffic restrictions until Spring 2027.
Jena, May 29, 2026. A months-long structural turning point is imminent at the central transport hub Paradiesbahnhof: Starting June 29, 2026, the tram line there will be completely renewed in three complex sections. As this is one of the most heavily used routes in Jena’s local transport network, commuters must prepare for extensive restrictions and comprehensive rail replacement services.
On Thursday afternoon, a spitting attack on a bus driver occurred in a scheduled bus in the center of Jena. Thanks to the decisive and courageous intervention of passengers and a fellow bus driver, worse was prevented.
Jena prepares for the 39th edition of the legendary “Horizontale – Rund um Jena” extreme hiking event. Around 1,700 participants are expected to tackle the 100km and 35km routes, with a new public transport benefit for 2026.
Good news for commuters and residents in the south of Jena: Construction work on Winzerlaer Straße will be completed two days earlier than planned. Starting Wednesday and Thursday, public transport returns to regular routes and the road closure will be lifted.
A 45-year-old man was arrested in Jena after attacking a passenger in a tram at Löbdergraben to steal his mobile phone while under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
Jena, 14.05.2026 – Drivers and public transport passengers must prepare for restrictions in the Jena city center this coming Friday afternoon. The reason is a registered assembly with a march through the center.
After months of construction, the Burgaupark transport hub in Jena is nearing completion. Starting May 19, 2026, the stop will be fully reopened for public and private transport, featuring barrier-free access and modernized infrastructure.
On the upcoming Saturday, the Thuringian Derby between FC Carl Zeiss Jena and Rot-Weiß Erfurt will take place. Due to the football match and additional demonstrations, Jenaer Nahverkehr expects extensive disruptions throughout the city.
On Thursday morning, a tram in the Jena public transport network jumped the tracks at the Jenzigweg stop. According to initial findings, the onset of rain is considered the trigger for the incident, which led to restrictions for passengers.