Synagogue of Kaiserslautern

The Synagogue of Kaiserslautern is a prayer house designed by Ludwig Levy that incorporates traditional Jewish architectural elements and regional German influences. The structure reflects the needs and values of the community it once served.

The original synagogue was built in 1938 and served as a gathering place for the Jewish community before being destroyed during wartime. After the war, memorials were established at the site to remember what was lost.

The synagogue site serves as a memorial to the Jewish community that once gathered here, with its public square renamed to honor that heritage. Today visitors can see how the location has become a place where local history and memory intersect.

Those wishing to visit should contact the local Jewish community in advance to understand opening hours and possible guided visits. This advance planning ensures a respectful and informed experience at the memorial site.

The public square was deliberately renamed in 1980 to preserve the memory of the building and community. A second memorial was later added in 2003, deepening the site's story of remembrance.

Location: Rhineland-Palatinate

Inception: 1938

Architects: Ludwig Levy

GPS coordinates: 49.44440,7.77448

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:41