Synagogue of Mulhouse

The Synagogue of Mulhouse is a house of worship built in neoclassical style, recognizable by its plain exterior walls decorated with Law tablets above the entrance and religious symbols in relief. The building contains a main prayer hall and auxiliary spaces arranged inside its three-story structure.

Built in 1849 by architect Jean-Baptiste Schacre, the building replaced a smaller prayer room that could no longer fit the expanding Jewish population of the city. During World War II, it was adapted into a theater annex and thus escaped destruction, later being restored to its original religious use.

The synagogue continues to serve the Jewish community of Mulhouse as a place of worship and gathering. Inside, visitors can observe the religious furnishings and layout that reflect the traditions and practices that have shaped this space for generations.

The building sits on Rue de la Synagogue in the city center and is easy to spot from the street. Before visiting, check the opening hours as an active place of worship may have limited access during religious services or observances.

The building survived World War II by being secretly converted into a theater annex, a clever decision that protected its architectural features while similar places of worship across Europe were destroyed. This unexpected transformation allowed it to remain one of the few nearly intact synagogues in the region.

Location: Mulhouse

Inception: 1849

Architects: Jean-Baptiste Schacre

Architectural style: Neoclassicism

Address: 19, rue de la Synagogue

GPS coordinates: 47.74506,7.33397

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23