Information event on pedestrian frequency measurement in Jena's city center

In future, the city of Jena plans to anonymously measure how many people move around the city center and how visitor flows are distributed. The city of Jena wants to better understand how many people are in the city center and which routes they use. To this end, completely anonymous counts are to be carried out in future. It is important to note that no individuals are identified and no personal data is stored - the sensor technology only counts movement flows.

At a public information event, we will provide transparent information about the project, explain the technology in an understandable way and answer any questions. We will also show what the data obtained can be used for - for example, for urban development, strengthening trade, promoting tourism or organizing events in a meaningful way.

When? February 11, 2026, Wednesday, 5 to 7 p.m.

Where? JEDI, Engelplatz 8 (Post-Carrée)

Participants include:

• Mayor and/or head of urban development
• Representatives of the Fraunhofer Institute
• Representatives of the city center initiative
• Representatives from the Mühlhausen Smart City project (Thuringia)
• Representatives of the Jena Smart City project
• Representatives of the city administration

We look forward to exchanging ideas with interested citizens.

Contact for queries: smartcity@jena.de // 03641 49-2019

Further information on the measure in the Jena Smart City project.