Jena, Germany

Jena Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Population: 111.4 thous. (2019)Area: 44.31 mi²Elevation: 522 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°55'40"N, 11°35'4"E
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Jena Top Attractions

Jena Attractions - What to See and Explore

Jena offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Phyletisches Museum, Jenzig, Botanical Garden, Camsdorf Bridge. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Things to See and Do in Jena by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Jena.

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Jena – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Jena, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Wolfsberg Castle, Erfurt Cathedral (Erfurt), Naumburg Cathedral (Naumburg).

  • wolfsberg castle48 milesNW
  • erfurt cathedral25 milesW
  • naumburg cathedral18 milesNE
  • schloss belvedere weimar10 milesW
  • stadtschloss weimar12 milesW

Best Time To Visit Jena

Learn when is the best time to travel to Jena weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January and February. Most of it rains in May, June, July and August.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Jena?

What is the best time to visit Jena?

June is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in July. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Where to next? Visit thuringia Thuringia region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Germany.