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The most important synagogues in the Czech Republic

The largest, oldest and most beautiful synagogues in the Czech Republic

Petr Liška
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The most important synagogues in the Czech Republic
Inserted: 09.07.2022
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A number of beautiful synagogues were destroyed in the Czech Republic during the Second World War, as well as elsewhere in Europe. Even so, a few very interesting ones have survived to this day. Let's take a look at the oldest, largest and most beautiful synagogues in the Czech Republic.

1.
Old Synagogue

The oldest synagogue in the Czech Republic and in Europe

Altitude: 190 m / 623 ft

The Old Synagogue in Prague is a Gothic monument from the 13th century. It is the oldest synagogue in the Czech Republic and the oldest preserved in all of Europe. It is said that the mythical character Golem is hiding here. continue reading

2.
The Great Synagogue in Pilsen

The second largest synagogue in Europe

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| Altitude: 317 m / 1 040 ft

The Great Synagogue is located in the center of Pilsen in Sady Pětatřicátníků Street. It is the largest synagogue in the Czech Republic, which is also the second largest synagogue in Europe. It was built in the Neo-Romanesque style with Moorish elements according to the plans of the Viennese architect Max Fleischer, reworked by the Pilsen builder Emanuel Klotz, and was built between 1888 and 1892. According to a memorial certificate found in the north tower mine, 06 gold. continue reading

3.
Žatec Synagogue

One of the most beautiful synagogues

Altitude: 237 m / 778 ft

It is only a short distance from the hop farm to the great Žatec synagogue. Those interested can also go on a tour here. continue reading

4.
Cologne Synagogue

The Cologne Synagogue is one of the oldest and most important in the Czech Republic. It is located in the courtyard and you can reach it via the Cologne tourist center (entrance 40 CZK) continue reading

5.
Spanish Synagogue in Prague

Synagogue in the Moorish style

Altitude: 190 m / 623 ft

In the Jewish town of Prague – Josefov, you will find a number of synagogues. One of the most beautiful and largest of them is the Spanish one. It is the youngest of the local synagogues. It is built in the oriental Moorish style. Today there are exhibits of the Jewish Museum continue reading

6.
Český Krumlov Synagogue

The center of the Jewish religious community

Altitude: 492 m / 1 614 ft

South of the historic center of Český Krumlov you will find the Synagogue below the City Park. It was not completed until the beginning of the 20th century and then closed by the Nazis. Now it serves its purpose again continue reading

7.
Jewish Synagogue

The most important Jewish monument in Jičín

Just a short walk from Wallenstein Square is the old Jewish synagogue (entrance fee is paid here) continue reading

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