MonumentHeritage Monumentf6059635…c37ePlace of Remembrance
Jüdischer Friedhof Altona
Historic Jewish Cemetery Established in 1611
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Hamburg: Explorer25 pts
Hamburg: Insider50 pts
The Jewish Cemetery Altona, also known as the Jewish Cemetery Königstraße, was established in 1611 and is a significant Jewish burial ground in Hamburg. Covering an area of 1.9 hectares with numerous preserved gravestones, it is considered one of the most important Jewish cemeteries worldwide. The cemetery has been closed since 1877 and is protected as a heritage monument.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1611
- Heritage Status
- Heritage Monument
- Opening Hours
- Mo off; Tu 15:00-17:00; We off; Th 15:00-17:00; Fr off; Sa off; Su 14:00-17:00
- Website
- jüdischer-friedhof-altona.de
Audio Guide
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Part of These Trails
Monuments of Hamburg — Hidden GemsStop 10 of 10
Heritage Sites in Hamburg — Discovery 3Stop 9 of 9
Location
Nearby
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