Citizens' trip to Erlangen

On 03.10.2025, the city of Jena is once again organizing a citizens' trip to Erlangen. The participants can look forward to a varied cultural program.

The preparatory team in the Franconian twin city has once again prepared an interesting day this year: A new format with round-table discussions in the Redoutensaal, a pub quiz with Kevin Dardis ("Big Kev") in the Anständig essen e.V. reading café, various exhibitions in the city library and the Neustadt church, a brass concert in St. Matthew's Church with the trombone choirs from St. Matthew's and Jena, a guided tour of the city and an ecumenical prayer service with traditional farewell singing in front of the church at the end are all planned.

Ticket sales start on September 1, 2025

From September 1, 2025, bus tickets for the trip to the Partnership Day in Erlangen will be available at the Tourist Information Jena, Markt 16. Tickets can also be purchased online HERE from September 1.

The tickets cost 20 euros and include the return journey by coach as well as participation in the festive program in Erlangen. A total of 150 seats are available.

The town twinning between Jena and Erlangen was established in 1987. For many years, both cities have celebrated their partnership together on October 3 and visit each other on this day in alternating years. This year, Erlangen is inviting all citizens of Jena to join in the celebrations.