Forests provide raw materials, recreation and climate protection. Saxony's Forestry Minister explains how sustainable management also strengthens the economy. | more
Bare slopes, dead spruce trees and brown patches: the damage in Europe’s forests is already visible today. A new study now shows how the situation could develop in the coming decades. The figures are alarming. For the first time, an international research team involving TU Dresden has calculated how fires, storms and bark beetles could shape Europe’s forests by 2100. | more
Arbeiten an modernster Technologie - Quereinsteiger bilden wir aus. | more
Every year, a report on the state of Saxony's forests is presented shortly before Christmas. The date resembles Groundhog Day: because the findings are almost always similar. | more
There has recently been a lot of discussion in Germany about the cityscape. One thing is certain: a beautiful cityscape also includes a "green lung". The Greens are concerned about protecting them in Saxony. | more
If things go well for the bark beetle, one female can give rise to 100,000 beetles in three generations. However, 2025 was not a good year for the pest in Saxony. | more
GlobalFoundries ist einer der weltweit führenden Halbleiterhersteller. Wir haben in Dresden eine der modernsten Chipfabriken Europas gebaut und suchen für die Wartung der Produktionsanlagen Techniker. Werde Teil eines internationalen Teams. Über 3.000 Kolleginnen und Kollegen aus 50 Ländern arbeiten in Dresden für GlobalFoundries. | more
The work of the forestry trainees at Sachsenforst has paid off: 1,400 kilograms of acorns will soon be used to grow new trees in Saxon Switzerland. | more
A new hiking trail is to connect the national parks in Germany and the Czech Republic from 2026. What can visitors expect on the route? | more
Am Brückentag nach Christi Himmelfahrt findet in Schwarzheide ein ganz besonderer Einkaufstag statt. Die Marken-Outlets laden zum Late-Night-Shopping ein. Bis 21 Uhr erwarten dich LIVE-MUSIK, FOOD TRUCKS, viele EXKLUSIVE AKTIONEN und bis zu 70 Prozent Rabatt. | more
Forest areas are to be used for the expansion of wind power and photovoltaic systems - a classic conflict of interest. Because nature is also being destroyed in the process. | more
In 2024, the kingfisher at the Floßgraben experienced a remarkable breeding success. Thanks to conservation measures, populations in Leipzig's alluvial forest are improving. | more
Wenn der Frühsommer kommt, steigt die Lust auf neue Styles – und auf kleine Auszeiten vom Alltag. Genau der richtige Moment, um dem Alltag zu entfliehen und sich selbst etwas zu gönnen. Und genau dafür lohnt sich aktuell ein Abstecher ins Marken-Outlet Schwarzheide-Mitte ganz besonders. | more
The marsh fritillary was selected as the 2025 riparian forest species in Leipzig. This rare plant is an early bloomer and is specially protected in the riparian forest. | more
Don't miss the 31st Leipzig Alluvial Forest Day on April 16 and discover the Alluvial Forest Species 2025 at the School Biology Center. | more
In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more
Saxony launches a large-scale reforestation program in the state forest. But extreme weather conditions and a shortage of seeds are causing problems. | more
The extremely dry years since 2018 have been sheer stress for Saxony's forests. Things look much better at the start of 2025. But the situation can quickly change again. | more
Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more
Prolonged dryness and drought increase the risk of fire in Saxony's forests every year. Most of the fires are caused by negligence - some also occur during harvesting and forestry work. | more
The Elbe Sandstone Mountains not far from Dresden inspired the Romantic artist Caspar David Friedrich. He found motifs and moods of nature in the bizarre rocky world - they made his paintings world-famous. | more
Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more
The 2024 forest fire season shows unusual developments in Saxony. Special measures and human behavior play a decisive role. | more
The risk of forest fires has increased throughout Saxony compared to the weekend. There is a medium risk in large parts of the state, but two areas are in the high risk zone. | more
Arbeiten an modernster Technologie - Quereinsteiger bilden wir aus. | more
A series of drought years have taken their toll on Saxony's forests. Things are looking better this year. However, the height of summer is still to come. | more
Saxony's forests are well supplied with water before the start of midsummer. The forest fire season has been average so far. | more
GlobalFoundries ist einer der weltweit führenden Halbleiterhersteller. Wir haben in Dresden eine der modernsten Chipfabriken Europas gebaut und suchen für die Wartung der Produktionsanlagen Techniker. Werde Teil eines internationalen Teams. Über 3.000 Kolleginnen und Kollegen aus 50 Ländern arbeiten in Dresden für GlobalFoundries. | more
A German produces around 11 tons of CO2 every year. We contribute to this through everyday activities such as housework, travel, clothing and food. How many trees would we need ... | more
The bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense. The early swarming of the bark beetles due to the warm weather at the end of March was unfavorable. | more
Am Brückentag nach Christi Himmelfahrt findet in Schwarzheide ein ganz besonderer Einkaufstag statt. Die Marken-Outlets laden zum Late-Night-Shopping ein. Bis 21 Uhr erwarten dich LIVE-MUSIK, FOOD TRUCKS, viele EXKLUSIVE AKTIONEN und bis zu 70 Prozent Rabatt. | more
The bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense, with up to three generations this year and a slight increase in wood infestation. | more
The bark beetle situation in Saxony's forests remains tense. Warm weather favors reproduction. Water supply to the trees has a positive effect. | more
Wenn der Frühsommer kommt, steigt die Lust auf neue Styles – und auf kleine Auszeiten vom Alltag. Genau der richtige Moment, um dem Alltag zu entfliehen und sich selbst etwas zu gönnen. Und genau dafür lohnt sich aktuell ein Abstecher ins Marken-Outlet Schwarzheide-Mitte ganz besonders. | more
Thanks to many volunteers, more than 700,000 new trees have been planted in Saxony since 2022. A good 5,000 people have taken part in the Forest Championship campaign so far, th... | more
