Erfurt vs. Jena: Ten reasons why our city is a better choice!
In Thuringian football, the highly expected Thuringender will be held between Rot-Weiß Erfurt and Carl-Zeiss Jena on Saturday, October 12th. But this rivalry goes far beyond the field. The two cities of Erfurt and Jena are not only in sporting competition, but also have a competition for perception and attractiveness. In a comprehensive analysis, ten reasons are listed, which prove why Erfurt is ahead.
An essential factor is the growth of tourism in Erfurt. According to the challenges of Corona pandemic, the trend changed quickly. In 2023, almost a million overnight stays were recorded in the state capital. In comparison, Jena stays far behind these numbers and does not even manage half of the overnight stays that Erfurt can attract.
city size and culture
Another point that speaks for Erfurt is the city size. With around 269 square kilometers and around 215,000 inhabitants, Erfurt has a significant population density compared to Jena, which only comprises 115 square kilometers and has around 109,000 inhabitants. This size not only brings with it more residents, but also a more diverse culture and more lively urban development.
The high importance of the gardening tradition in Erfurt has also made the city a location for the Federal Garden Show. Here visitors can admire an impressive variety of flower. That could be the reason why the people from Jena prefer to look at the sky: they could be jealous of the rich flora of Erfurt.
Erfurt's famous Krämerbrücke is another highlight. This historical bridge is known far beyond the city limits and is considered a significant landmark of Thuringia. In comparison, the Camsdorfer Bridge in Jena looks rather modest and does not have the same reputation, although it is also historically interesting.
music and education
Music culture in Erfurt is another area in which the city can go on. The well -known artist Clueso not only captivates Erfurt, but also many music enthusiasts from Jena who arrive for his concerts. The preference for cultural events and the variety of events in Erfurt speak for the attractiveness of the city.
In addition, Erfurt can look back on a traditional university, the oldest in Germany. This university is not only significant for the city, but also an important part of the German educational landscape. In contrast, Jena only founded a university in the 16th century, which underlines the long and significant educational tradition of Erfurt.
The old town of Erfurt is also a tourist attraction, known for its charming science setting and the largely preserved medieval architecture. While Jena's inner city is also worth seeing, Erfurt is ahead.
The transport connection of Erfurt is another plus: the city acts as a significant hub in the German rail network with numerous ICE connections to big cities such as Berlin, Munich and Frankfurt. This not only facilitates access to Erfurt, but also promotes tourism and the accessibility of events in the city.
In terms of football, Erfurt also has an emerging club. Rot-Weiß Erfurt recently showed considerable achievements in the regional league, with a series of four unbeaten games. This gnaws at the pride of Jena, which is better asserted in the table, but often experiences surprises in cup games.
These are the most important arguments that speak for Erfurt and further heat rivalry to the city of Jena. The derby next weekend not only promises sporting excitement, but also a dash of local political ambitions.
How the Jenaers react to this assessment remains to be seen. The rivalry makes it clear that not only the football game, but also the cultural, tourist and economic factors play a decisive role in the competition of the two cities.
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