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Synagoge Aachen

Where history and modern design converge

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The New Synagogue in Aachen, designed by architect Alfred Jacoby, was inaugurated on May 18, 1995. It is located on the site of the former synagogue built in 1862 and destroyed in 1938. Serving the orthodox Jewish community, it blends historical significance with modern architecture.

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The synagogue was opened exactly 57 years after the old one was destroyed at the same location.

Quick Facts

Architect: Alfred Jacoby
Opening Date: May 18, 1995
Denomination: Orthodox
Website: jgaachen.de

Guided Story

Here you are, standing before the New Synagogue, an essential center for the orthodox Jewish community in Aachen. This synagogue was inaugurated on May 18, 1995, following the design by Alfred Jacoby. It stands on the site where the original synagogue was built in 1862 and tragically destroyed in 1938. Notice the contemporary architecture that honors the tradition while embracing a modern expression. As you turn around, you might catch a glimpse of the Heinrich Levy memorial in the distance, a further testament to Aachen's rich Jewish history. A place of faith and community, bridging past and present.