

Wichtiger Hinweis
Service Portal - Leisure & Volunteering
Going to the theater or concerts, pursuing hobbies, and participating in sports are among the most popular leisure activities. Erlangen offers numerous recreational and cultural opportunities not only to its residents but also to many people from outside the city. Here you’ll find all the information you need on how to spend and plan your free time in Erlangen.
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 & Recreational Facilities
With numerous public barbecue areas and recreational facilities, there are plenty of opportunities for leisure activities within the city limits. But please: Always be considerate of those around you—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 & Recreational Facilities
With numerous public barbecue areas and recreational facilities, there are plenty of opportunities for leisure activities within the city limits. But please: Always be considerate of those around you—avoid making noise and leave the facilities clean.
Services A-Z
Adult Education Center; Registration, Change of Registration, and Withdrawal
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.
Fire department badge of honor as an award for length of service; submission of a proposal
Adult Education Center; Registration, Change of Registration, and Withdrawal
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.
Fire department badge of honor as an award for length of service; submission of a proposal
Leisure News
Commemoration of Kristallnacht
On Sunday, November 8, the city of Erlangen held a memorial service at the Jewish Cemetery to mark the 88th anniversary of Kristallnacht, which took place on November 9 and 10, 1938.
Brochure: “Good Advice—Affordable Living”
The new online version provides information on how to get the most out of your money or find everyday items at affordable prices.
Christmas Vacation Abroad: Check Your Travel Documents
The processing time for a passport is currently about six weeks. For an ID card, it currently takes three weeks.
City Administration Has Limited Accessibility
On Wednesday, November 11, starting at 1:00 p.m., the entire city administration will have limited availability or will be unavailable. This is due to a staff meeting.
Commemoration of Kristallnacht
On Sunday, November 8, the city of Erlangen held a memorial service at the Jewish Cemetery to mark the 88th anniversary of Kristallnacht, which took place on November 9 and 10, 1938.
Brochure: “Good Advice—Affordable Living”
The new online version provides information on how to get the most out of your money or find everyday items at affordable prices.
Christmas Vacation Abroad: Check Your Travel Documents
The processing time for a passport is currently about six weeks. For an ID card, it currently takes three weeks.
City Administration Has Limited Accessibility
On Wednesday, November 11, starting at 1:00 p.m., the entire city administration will have limited availability or will be unavailable. This is due to a staff meeting.