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A warm welcome to the City of Erlangen!

Our Services—In-Person and Digital

You don’t always have to come to us. Many matters can be handled by phone or online. You can find information about in-person services, online services, and any restrictions on our offerings on our service portal. You must always make an appointment before visiting our offices. You can view our office hours here.

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News from City Hall

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The reception desk will open later

Due to staff shortages, the Welcome Desk at the Immigration Office has reduced its hours of operation. It will be open on Thursday and Friday, October 8 and 9, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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Dechsendorfer Pond Is Being Drained

Draining the pond is part of the preparation for the fish harvest in early November. Afterward, the pond will be refilled with water. Please observe the barriers and signs and do not enter the area.

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When a storm hits: Here's how to protect yourself

Severe storms and hurricanes are a regular part of the annual cycle in Germany as well. The damage they cause can be immense—and not just during exceptional “once-in-a-century” storms. As a rule, storms and severe weather events can be predicted well in advance.

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Restriction on Registering a Place of Residence

Due to a technical glitch affecting the entire state of Bavaria, there may currently be delays in processing change-of-address registrations at the Citizen Services office in City Hall. In some cases, it is not possible to process the registration at this time.

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Among the finalists

The Office for Citizen Participation and Volunteerism has submitted its Instagram page (www.instagram.com/erlangen.engagiert) for consideration for the Bavarian Social Media Award for Volunteerism.

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Gebbert/Hofmann Street

Starting Monday, October 5, reconstruction of the Gebbertstraße/Hofmannstraße intersection will begin. The area is expected to be completed by the end of December, featuring barrier-free access, a tactile paving system, and two median islands. Due to the full closure, both motor vehicle and bicycle traffic will be rerouted.

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New Semester Begins at the Youth Art School

The fall/winter semester at the Youth Art School (JuKS) begins with the registration period on Saturday, September 26, at 10:00 a.m. From October through February, JuKS offers more than 140 courses for children and teenagers ages 4 to 24.

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A City of Diversity and Cohesion

Following anti-Semitic attacks against members of the Jewish community at Christopher Street Day (CSD), Erlangen's city leadership has taken a clear stand.

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The Free State Supports the Expansion of After-School Care Centers

A total of 252 additional childcare spots for elementary school-aged children will be created.

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Fall is the season of falling leaves

Right now, it is essential that property owners fulfill their safety obligations. Wet leaves, in particular, significantly increase the risk of slipping. The City of Erlangen therefore reminds residents of their obligation to keep public sidewalks clear.

Event Recommendations for the Next Few Days

What can you do in Erlangen? What events are coming up in the next few days? What’s happening in the city today? Take a look at our events calendar and get inspired. We have a few tips for you. You can find more events in Erlangen in our events calendar or in the zoom:in app.