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Botanischer Garten Jena

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Botanischer Garten Jena is one of Germany's oldest botanical gardens, established in 1586. Located near the city center, it offers a peaceful escape with over 10,000 plant species from around the world. The garden is divided into thematic sections, including an alpine garden, a medicinal plant garden, and a systematic collection arranged by plant families. Several greenhouses house tropical and subtropical plants, cacti, and ferns. The garden is also home to a historic Ginkgo biloba tree planted in the 19th century. It serves as a research facility for Friedrich Schiller University, but is open to the public for leisurely strolls and education.

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  • Explore the tropical greenhouse with exotic plants and butterflies
  • See the historic Ginkgo tree and the medicinal plant collection
  • Stroll through the alpine garden with mountain flora
  • Visit the systematic section to learn plant family relationships

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Ways to visit Botanischer Garten Jena

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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