Narrow-gauge railroads head for Brocken with steam locomotives again
Due to the high risk of forest fires, only diesel locomotives have been running on the Brocken recently. Now travelers can look forward to steam locomotives again.
News from Saxony
Stelzen presents itself as a Gallic village at the festival
The Stilt Festival near Reuth in the border triangle of Bavaria, Saxony and Thuringia enjoys cult status among its fans. Even though the era of the land machinery symphony is over, the sound frenzy continues.
"ViaThea" in Görlitz: the city becomes an open-air stage
Music, dance, acrobatics, comedy: every year, street art in all its various facets can be experienced in the east of Saxony. The audience doesn't pay admission and flocks here in droves.
Police station opens in Saxony's only weapons ban zone
Eisenbahnstraße in Leipzig is a crime hotspot and has been Saxony's only weapons ban zone for seven years. But the zone is to be lifted and there is a first step towards this.
State parliament holds final deliberations on double budget
Saxony does not yet have a budget for the current year. The state parliament is due to make a final decision on the double budget for 2025/2026 on Wednesday and Thursday. A compromise makes it possible.
City council votes in favor of selling the Fichtelberg suspension railroad
The ski resort on the Fichtelberg, including the historic suspension railroad, is coming into private hands. What is behind the sale?
American swamp crayfish detected in Leipzig
The invasive species transmits crayfish plague, which is fatal to native animals. The Natural History Museum warns of far-reaching consequences.
State parliament votes unanimously in favor of Left Party motion
What once seemed unthinkable in Saxony is now possible in times of a minority coalition. The CDU also agrees to a motion by the Left Party. It is about a demand that the CDU/CSU has always had.
Local authorities feel overwhelmed by the "daycare deal"
Almost 200 new jobs are to be created in Saxony's daycare centers. However, the local authorities believe that most of the additional staff will not be needed in childcare. They also warn of rising costs.
RB women with major upheaval in third season
Ten players left, eleven newcomers are on board. RB Leipzig's female footballers have started preparing for the new season and have set themselves new goals.
Test procedure for lithium mining in the Osterzgebirge underway
Lithium is considered a strategic raw material and is required for batteries and high-tech products, for example. The first test procedure for mining lithium in the Eastern Ore Mountains is now underway.
Town hall tower reopens to visitors after 12 years
From a height of 68 meters, visitors can let their gaze wander over the Saxon state capital from the beginning of July. How much does a tour cost?
Ole Werner becomes coach at RB Leipzig
Former Bremen head coach Ole Werner is to become the new coach at RB Leipzig. As confirmed by the Bundesliga club, the 37-year-old has been given a contract until 2027.Copyright 2025, dpa (www.dpa.de). All rights reserved
Detecting bridge damage via airborne noise - research project
Hearing bridge damage before it becomes visible: Scientists in Ilmenau are currently working on an acoustic early warning system to monitor structures. Tests are being carried out on two bridges in Saxony.
Greens call for moratorium on reclaiming corona money
During the coronavirus pandemic, the state granted companies emergency aid. The companies have to prove their need - otherwise repayments are due.
MBC signs Würzburg basketball player Koné
The German-Ivorian Bazoumana Koné brings a wealth of experience to Weißenfels. He has already played for five other Bundesliga basketball teams.
Criticism from Saxony of Czech plans for nuclear power plant
Nuclear power heats things up. This also became clear during a debate in the Saxon state parliament. The occasion was plans from the neighboring Czech Republic.
Kretschmer on agreement: Municipalities completely relieved
The federal and state governments have cleared the way for tax incentives for the economy. An agreement has been reached in the struggle for funding. Saxony's head of government is calling for rapid implementation.
Saxony wants to get down to business when it comes to cutting red tape
For decades, the word "bureaucracy reduction" has been part of the standard political repertoire. Saxony now wants to tackle the problem seriously and expects it to be a blessing.
State parliament with last sessions before summer break - Budget
Just before the summer break, Saxony's parliamentarians need to sit tight. For four days, the MPs will be debating. The double budget is also on the agenda.
Aue starts the new season with a double shift
Erzgebirge Aue start the new season with eight new signings and one trialist. Coach Härtel starts the season with a double shift.
Rammenau Castle shows everyday life of nobility and servants
Rammenau Castle in the district of Bautzen has repeatedly served as a movie set. Now a new permanent exhibition introduces visitors to 300 years of the castle's history.
Double budget polarizes parliamentary groups in the state parliament
Saxony is to receive a budget for the years 2025 and 2026 this week. It is already clear that the controversial debate about the direction of the Free State will continue.
1. FC Magdeburg starts new season with new coach Fiedler
1. FC Magdeburg starts the season with a new coach. At the same time, the infrastructure is being built. The heated training pitch should be ready at the beginning of December.
Leipzig talent Jonathan Norbye is loaned out to Bielefeld
The Norwegian Norbye was recently rewarded with a professional contract in Leipzig. Now he is to gain match practice with a second division club.
Start of vacations brings more traffic on highways in the east
The first wave of travelers is rolling into Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia - still without chaos. But soon the big vacation traffic threatens with long waiting times on the highways.
Asparagus farmers satisfied with season despite late start
The harvest of the popular stalk vegetables continues until Tuesday. Although it started a little later this year, the results are positive.
From Krabat to Medicus: summer theater in the open air
Saxony's open-air stages are once again inviting you to enjoy theater in the open air this summer. What is on offer?
Bach Festival in Leipzig attracts around 75,000 visitors
Every year, the Bach Festival delights visitors from all over the world. This year, there was even a virtual encounter with the famous composer.