Jena: Mayor Nitzsche on City Life and the Planetarium
Jena, July 17, 2026 – In his latest video message, Mayor Thomas Nitzsche provides information on three key municipal topics that will shape life in Jena over the coming weeks.
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Jena: Miss Continental Europe visits City Hall
The reigning Miss Continental Europe, Snizhana Popovych, visited Lord Mayor Dr. Thomas Nitzsche at Jena City Hall together with her sister.
Jena: Video Message from Mayor Thomas Nitzsche
Jena, July 10, 2026 – In his latest video message, Mayor Thomas Nitzsche addressed the citizens of Jena with important updates. The focus is on significant infrastructure projects, the city’s digital security, and upcoming cultural highlights.
Weekly Review: Lord Mayor Nitzsche assesses economic situation and new anti-graffiti concept
In his latest video message, Lord Mayor Dr. Thomas Nitzsche summarizes the most important local political developments in Jena, focusing on the city’s economic standing and a newly adopted strategy to combat illegal graffiti.
Spring Market in Jena 2026: Program, Highlights, and Opening Hours
Jena, May 7, 2026. Tomorrow, Friday, the traditional Frühlingsmarkt in the Jena city center opens its doors. Visitors can expect a ten-day program of live music, culinary offerings, and a fair for the whole family.
Weekly Review: Mayor Nitzsche Reviews Earth Hour, Public Transport, and City Center
In his weekly video message, Jena’s Lord Mayor Dr. Thomas Nitzsche discusses climate protection, the tense situation in public transport, and the development of local retail.
Public Transport in Jena: Mayor Nitzsche Warns of Millions in Additional Costs Due to Public Transport Strike
The ongoing warning strikes in the public transport collective bargaining conflict (TV-N) have almost paralyzed large parts of Jena in recent days. In view of the far-reaching demands of the Verdi union, the city leadership is now sounding the alarm.
Weekly Review: Lord Mayor Nitzsche looks back at IOF expansion and economy
Jena, March 14, 2026. Lord Mayor Dr. Thomas Nitzsche has summarized the most important municipal appointments and developments of the past few days in his current weekly video review.
Public Transport Strike Paralyzes Jena: Mayor Nitzsche Warns of Millions in Additional Costs
The recurring warning strikes in public transport are pushing Jena to its financial and structural limits. Mayor Dr. Thomas Nitzsche warns of massive impacts on the city’s budget and services.
Weekly Review: Lord Mayor Nitzsche on Jenoptik, Carnival, and Social Issues
Lord Mayor Dr. Thomas Nitzsche reviews a multifaceted week in Jena, covering economic highlights at Jenoptik, the local carnival season, and social dialogue at the Seniorenbüro.