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Hildesheimer Synagoge

Commemoration of Hildesheim's destroyed synagogue

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The memorial at Lappenberg stands as a stone testament to the Jewish community's history in Hildesheim. It commemorates the synagogue built in 1848/49, destroyed during the November Pogroms of 1938. The simple stone symbolizes mourning and remembrance for the losses of the Nazi era.

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Here at Lappenberg, you find a memorial marking the history of the Hildesheim Synagogue, which was built in 1848/49. It served the Jewish community until its destruction during the November Pogroms of 1938. The simple stone before you symbolizes mourning and remembrance for the losses suffered in the Nazi era. As you look around, you might notice the Kehrwiederturm just 52 meters to the northeast. This memorial stands as a silent witness to a painful past, reminding us of the resilience and history of the community.