School crossing guards: They monitor critical spots along the route to school and are trained and instructed by police traffic safety educators. Accident-free roads in Erlangen—everyone can help.

As the winter semester begins at Friedrich-Alexander University, here’s a tip for students: You can register your primary residence online. You don’t need to go to City Hall, but you can still do so if you wish.

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.

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.

A warm welcome to the Huguenot city. With a population of about 120,000, Erlangen is Bavaria's smallest major city—but it's a great place to live.