Hiking trail to connect Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland
A new hiking trail is to connect the national parks in Germany and the Czech Republic from 2026. What can visitors expect on the route?
Sustainability and environmental protection in Saxony
The latest news on climate protection, the environment, sustainability and climate change in Saxony and around the world.
Surgeon calls for better protection for children from dog bites
In Torgau, a Great Dane bites two children in a restaurant and seriously injures them. A pediatric surgeon demands protective measures from owners and parents.
More than 130 horses at the Moritzburg Stallion Parade
The Moritzburg stallion parade starts with a new indoor riding arena and millions invested. Why horse breeding is considered a valuable cultural heritage in Saxony.
Saxony takes stock: swine fever largely contained
Around 2,400 infected wild boars and 54 million euros in costs: Saxony takes stock of the fight against African swine fever five years after the first outbreak.
Female lynx Freya released into the wild in the Westerzgebirge
In Saxony, there should soon be pregnant proof of the success of the lynx program. Female Freya is now roaming the forests of the Westerzgebirge.
Lynx program in Saxony continued and extended in time
Saxony has been poaching lynx in the Westerzgebirge for a year and a half. With Charlie, another big cat is now joining them. She previously lived at Karlsruhe Zoo.
Poison control center: Almost three times as many mushroom inquiries in August
Damp weather in the summer sometimes resulted in full mushroom baskets. The poison control center in Erfurt also felt the effects of this, receiving more inquiries in August in particular.
Leipzig Zoo is looking for a name for a young giraffe
A little giraffe at Leipzig Zoo is just under five weeks old. Now she is to be given a name - and the zoo friends are to help in the search.
European wildcat returns to the Vogtland
For decades it was thought to have disappeared - now the European wildcat is back in the Vogtland. Its reappearance could help decide what our forests will look like in the future.
Experts expect an increase in wolf kills
Most attacks by wolves on grazing animals occur in late summer and fall. Before that, the predators are busy rearing their pups. Experts urgently recommend taking precautions.
Too much incorrect waste - thousands of organic waste garbage cans are left standing
Rules apply to the disposal of organic waste: If there is too much incorrect waste in the garbage can, the waste disposal company will not take it away. How often does this happen?
Upswing for the nature conservation association's swallow campaign
Swallows are dependent on human assistance. The German Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union in Saxony has therefore launched a participatory campaign. Since then, swallows have been welcome in many homes.
Kamenz bicycle battery recycler receives funding
A medium-sized company in eastern Saxony specializes in the recycling of bicycle batteries. The Free State of Saxony is supporting a new repair center.
Saxony's young storks head south earlier
The first young storks are already heading south - a little earlier than usual. Although there were records in Saxony's nests, there were also major concerns about food and offspring.
Accelerated proceedings planned after blockade in front of dairy
Activists protested against factory farming last week with a blockade. Now three of them are to go to court - in summary proceedings.
Coati on a nocturnal foray through Bischofswerda
The police in Bischofswerda have picked up an unusual night owl: a coati. Where did the animal come from?
Biodiversity in the garden - BUND gives tips for animal lovers
Gardens can be a refuge for biodiversity, says the German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation. Even amphibians can become garden dwellers with a little human assistance.
Animal rights activists block access to Sachsenmilch
The protest is directed against factory farming and the exploitation of animals. The group "Animal Rebellion" is present with actions throughout Germany.
Rules apply to mushroom picking in the national park
First rain, now sun - this combination is causing mushrooms to sprout in Saxony. However, anyone picking mushrooms in the national park must adhere to certain regulations.
Leipzig Zoo puts three tiger cubs to sleep
Last month, healthy baboons were shot at Nuremberg Zoo. Now Leipzig Zoo reports that it has euthanized three tiger cubs. Why were the cubs killed?
Leipzig Zoo puts three tiger cubs to sleep
Three tiger cubs are born at Leipzig Zoo, but their mother is not looking after them. Those responsible make a difficult decision.
Mushrooms and witches' boletes - mushrooms sprout in Saxony
Going mushroom hunting is especially worthwhile in the fall. But even now, good edible mushrooms can be found in Saxony. However, caution is advised, say experts.
Newborn giraffe at Leipzig Zoo explores outdoor enclosure
After two weeks with her mother, the new Rothschild's giraffe can now get to know gazelles, antelopes and zebras.
Focus on wild cats on World Cat Day
Reach out to the paw: The German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation calls for the protection of the European wildcat and shows how everyone can help.
New riding hall for Moritzburg State Stud
Saxony wants to continue to present itself on horseback. A lot of money has been invested in the horse industry since reunification.
New riding hall for Moritzburg State Stud
Saxony wants to continue to present itself on horseback. A lot of money has been invested in the horse industry since reunification.
Bus driver has been nurturing storks for 40 years
Storks are his passion: a bus driver in the district of Leipzig has been looking after storks for decades. He is currently putting young animals on a diet.
Asian hornet could soon appear in Saxony too
Asian hornets are continuing to spread in Germany. What is the situation in Bavaria?
Expert: Wasps are now on the move in Saxony
In summer, wasps are on the lookout for food. An expert explains what helps to avoid stings and what the rainy weather does to their development.