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The Old-New Synagogue
Religious site4.3 · 4 0013.5 · 738≈ 45 minEntry: ~600 CZK345 m from the center
Europe's oldest active synagogue and an exceptional monument of early Gothic architecture, built in Prague's Josefov quarter around 1270. Featuring a twin-nave hall with five-ribbed vaulted ceilings, it retains medieval stone reliefs, an ornate wrought-iron bimah cage, and historic chandeliers. According to famous folklore, Rabbi Loew placed the clay body of the legendary Golem in the attic of this sanctuary.
Highlights
- Europe's oldest active synagogue, dating back to around 1270
- Rare early Gothic twin-nave hall with five-rib vaulting
- Legendary resting place of the Golem of Prague in the attic
- Historic heart of Prague's Jewish Quarter (Josefov)
Opening hours
| Mon | 09:00 – 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Thu | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Fri | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | 09:00 – 17:00 |
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