Frequently Searched
Erlangen Helps: Ukraine
The latest information on the Ukraine crisis, assistance in Erlangen, and support for refugees.
Bavarian volunteer card; application
Citizens can apply for the Bavarian Volunteer Card if they are particularly committed to volunteering.
the companions. The educational mentoring program
Volunteer educational mentors support pupils from Erlangen. They support and accompany children and young people in school challenges and in their development.
Barbecue areas & leisure facilities
With a number of public barbecue areas and leisure facilities, there are plenty of opportunities for leisure activities in the city. But one request: Always be considerate of your surroundings - avoid making noise and leave the facilities clean.
Erlangen Helps: Ukraine
The latest information on the Ukraine crisis, assistance in Erlangen, and support for refugees.
Bavarian volunteer card; application
Citizens can apply for the Bavarian Volunteer Card if they are particularly committed to volunteering.
the companions. The educational mentoring program
Volunteer educational mentors support pupils from Erlangen. They support and accompany children and young people in school challenges and in their development.
Barbecue areas & leisure facilities
With a number of public barbecue areas and leisure facilities, there are plenty of opportunities for leisure activities in the city. But one request: Always be considerate of your surroundings - avoid making noise and leave the facilities clean.
Services A-Z
Adult Education Center; Registration, Change of Registration, and Withdrawal
Aldermen; application for inclusion in the list of nominees
Allotment Gardens; Leasing
Bavarian volunteer card; application
Citizens can apply for the Bavarian Volunteer Card if they are particularly committed to volunteering.
Care Medal, Certificate of Appreciation and Certificate of Honor; Submission of a Suggestion
Nominations of individuals to be honored for their outstanding contributions to people with disabilities who require care, with a Care Medal and a certificate of appreciation and honor.
Centers for Mothers and Fathers; Applying for Funding
The Free State of Bavaria provides funding for the operation of a center for mothers and fathers.
Civic Engagement; Information and Guidance on Civic Engagement
Residents who would like to volunteer can seek advice at volunteer agencies, volunteer centers, and civic engagement coordination centers throughout Bavaria.
Culture Prize; information on the award ceremony
Counties and independent cities can award cultural prizes to deserving personalities in cultural life.
District home care; information on the preservation and care of local cultural assets
Officially appointed, full-time or honorary local heritage officers (district local heritage officers, town local heritage officers) in the districts and independent towns are dedicated to the diverse tasks of local heritage preservation.
District home preservation; information on the preservation of folk music and folk dance
The preservation of folk music, song and dance is also part of the preservation of local history. In many places, the preservation and research of folk music is the task of the local heritage officers. In some cases, additional folk music caretakers have been appointed in the municipalities.
Field jurors; appointment, election and dismissal
The municipality determines the number of field jurors and their local organization and responsibilities. The municipal council appoints the field jurors for an area for the first time by election. The district administrative authority is responsible for appointing field jurors.
Field jurors; commissioning
Field jurors are involved in the marking of boundaries in the locality (demarcation). Field jurors can be requested by property owners or ordered by the mayor.
Adult Education Center; Registration, Change of Registration, and Withdrawal
Aldermen; application for inclusion in the list of nominees
Allotment Gardens; Leasing
Bavarian volunteer card; application
Citizens can apply for the Bavarian Volunteer Card if they are particularly committed to volunteering.
Care Medal, Certificate of Appreciation and Certificate of Honor; Submission of a Suggestion
Nominations of individuals to be honored for their outstanding contributions to people with disabilities who require care, with a Care Medal and a certificate of appreciation and honor.
Centers for Mothers and Fathers; Applying for Funding
The Free State of Bavaria provides funding for the operation of a center for mothers and fathers.
Civic Engagement; Information and Guidance on Civic Engagement
Residents who would like to volunteer can seek advice at volunteer agencies, volunteer centers, and civic engagement coordination centers throughout Bavaria.
Culture Prize; information on the award ceremony
Counties and independent cities can award cultural prizes to deserving personalities in cultural life.
District home care; information on the preservation and care of local cultural assets
Officially appointed, full-time or honorary local heritage officers (district local heritage officers, town local heritage officers) in the districts and independent towns are dedicated to the diverse tasks of local heritage preservation.
District home preservation; information on the preservation of folk music and folk dance
The preservation of folk music, song and dance is also part of the preservation of local history. In many places, the preservation and research of folk music is the task of the local heritage officers. In some cases, additional folk music caretakers have been appointed in the municipalities.
Field jurors; appointment, election and dismissal
The municipality determines the number of field jurors and their local organization and responsibilities. The municipal council appoints the field jurors for an area for the first time by election. The district administrative authority is responsible for appointing field jurors.
Field jurors; commissioning
Field jurors are involved in the marking of boundaries in the locality (demarcation). Field jurors can be requested by property owners or ordered by the mayor.
Leisure News
Open Monument Day
On Sunday, September 13, Open Monument Day once again invites visitors to make exciting discoveries. Under the theme “NetzWERKE: Monuments & Infrastructure,” monuments will be viewed in new contexts. In addition to the traditional offerings, there will be two new events this year.
How bike-friendly is Erlangen?
Starting September 1, 2026, cyclists can once again rate how bike-friendly their city is as part of the Bicycle Climate Test conducted by the Allgemeiner Deutscher Fahrrad-Club (ADFC). The survey is available online through November 30.
Forest Fire Risk
Be sure to observe the smoking ban in forests. Any smoke should be reported as soon as possible by calling the emergency number 112.
Erlangen Art Guide
Discover art in public spaces with the Erlangen Art Guide. Learn about the background, history, and intentions of the artists. The Art Guide serves as both a navigation system and an encyclopedia.
Open Monument Day
On Sunday, September 13, Open Monument Day once again invites visitors to make exciting discoveries. Under the theme “NetzWERKE: Monuments & Infrastructure,” monuments will be viewed in new contexts. In addition to the traditional offerings, there will be two new events this year.
How bike-friendly is Erlangen?
Starting September 1, 2026, cyclists can once again rate how bike-friendly their city is as part of the Bicycle Climate Test conducted by the Allgemeiner Deutscher Fahrrad-Club (ADFC). The survey is available online through November 30.
Forest Fire Risk
Be sure to observe the smoking ban in forests. Any smoke should be reported as soon as possible by calling the emergency number 112.
Erlangen Art Guide
Discover art in public spaces with the Erlangen Art Guide. Learn about the background, history, and intentions of the artists. The Art Guide serves as both a navigation system and an encyclopedia.
