Jena Things to Do, Sights, Attractions, and Activities

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#1 of 5 things to do in Jena

Zeiss Planetarium Jena 1 review DEElicious1982 says: Welcome to the fantastic world of galaxies, stars and planets Travel to distant galaxies, discover unfamiliar planets and explore the fantastic dimensions of the universe with all its breathtaking natural phenomena. Experience the uniqueness of the Zeiss Planetarium Jena which opened in 1926 and is…

#2 of 5 things to do in Jena

Medieval city fortification with Powder Tower (13th/14th cent.) 1 review DEElicious1982 says: Medieval city fortification with Powder Tower (13th/14th cent.) The medieval city wall ensemble with the prominent Johannisgate and Powder Tower still is an impressive example of the historical fortifications of the city. The ensemble consists of 12 m high and 2 km long walls with battlement, moat,…

#3 of 5 things to do in Jena

Schiller’s Summer House 1 review DEElicious1982 says: Schiller’s Summer House Residence of Friedrich Schiller, Professor at the University of Jena. In addition to the house you can also visit the garden house and the kitchen house. Here, Schiller wrote: "Wallenstein", parts of the dramas "Maria Stuart" and "The maid of Orleans" and many ballads. T…

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#4 of 5 things to do in Jena

St. Michael Town Church (1506) 1 review DEElicious1982 says: St. Michael Town Church (1506) is a Gothic "Hall Church" with bronze slab for Martin Luther’s grave, accessible church dome and altar underpass (one of the "Seven Wonders" of Jena), was used as military hospital in 1806. Mon-Fri: 10 am - 1 pm / 2 pm - 5 pm Sat: 10 am - 1 pm (May-Sep) guided …

#5 of 5 things to do in Jena

JenTower 1 review DEElicious1982 says: JenTower The town’s landmark, shaped like a cylindrical ocular, was built as a research building for the GDR. Until its extensive renovation, the tower was used by the Jena university. Today, the viewing platform offers a breathtaking panoramic view from a height of 128 meters.