New synagogue in Liberec, Synagogue in Liberec, Czech Republic

The New Synagogue in Liberec sits at the intersection of Rumjancevova and Sokolské streets, featuring large windows and an open interior arrangement. The building combines contemporary design with spaces dedicated to religious functions.

The Old Synagogue on this site was burned by the Nazis during Kristallnacht on 9–10 November 1938; the cleared plot then served as a parking lot for decades. The foundation stone of the new synagogue was laid on 16 December 1997, and the prayer room opened on 9 November 2000, the 62nd anniversary of the fire. It was designed by architect Radim Kousal and built in 1997–2000.

The building houses traditional Jewish elements like the bimah for Torah reading and the aron ha-kodesh for sacred texts. These features allow the community to maintain religious practices in a space designed specifically for their needs.

The location sits centrally in Liberec and is accessible on foot. Visitors may attend services and community events, though it is best to check opening times in advance.

The floor of the square in front of the library carries a paved outline marking the footprint of the Old Synagogue burned in Kristallnacht on 9–10 November 1938. The new building's plan follows half of a Star of David, and the Torah rescued from the fire, partly damaged, is kept here.