Synagoge Herford, Synagogue in Herford, Germany.
Synagoge Herford is a synagogue rebuilt at Komturstraße 21 in the Neustadt district of Herford, incorporating the original architectural design. The structure recreates the layout and form that previously defined the space, creating a recognizable continuity with what stood before.
The original structure was destroyed in 1938 during the November pogrom, severing the community's place of worship. Its reconstruction in 2010 at the same location marked a meaningful return and reestablishment of the community's institutional presence.
The synagogue functions as the center of the Jewish Cultural Community of Herford-Detmold, allowing visitors to experience the living community at work. You can observe how the building serves as a gathering place for worship and connection among members.
The synagogue can be visited through arranged guided tours that provide access to the building's interior and history. Located in Herford's city center, it is easily reachable by public transportation or on foot from nearby areas.
The reconstruction project relied on original architectural plans from 1893, creating a direct link between the new building and its predecessor's design. This careful approach to rebuilding makes the structure a tangible connection to the community's architectural heritage before 1938.
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