Hüls Jewish cemetery, Jewish cemetery in Haaren district, Aachen, Germany
Description
Hüls Jewish cemetery occupies a designated section within the main Friedhof Hüls, bounded by Lütticher Strasse and Körnerstrasse. The site holds around 89 memorial stones and continues to serve as a burial ground for Aachen's Jewish community.
History
The cemetery was established in 2007 as a continuation of Jewish burial traditions in Aachen, where earlier gravesites served the community beginning in the 1820s. This site maintains that continuity and bridges past generations with the contemporary community.
Culture
The cemetery reflects German-Jewish burial customs through its upright stones bearing Hebrew and German inscriptions on each grave. These markers show a continuous religious practice that connects generations of community members.
Practical
The cemetery sits at the intersection of two main streets in the Haaren neighborhood and is accessible on foot. Visitors should approach with respect for the site's sacred purpose and observe appropriate behavior.
Did you know?
The site forms part of a network of Jewish heritage locations throughout Aachen that document the region's Jewish history. Together, these places tell stories of families who lived in the city across many generations.
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