Old jewish cemetery in Lipník nad Bečvou

The cemetery contains numerous gravestones with inscriptions in Hebrew and German, showcasing different styles of stonework from multiple centuries of Jewish burial traditions.

Established in 1567, the cemetery served as the main burial ground for the Jewish community until 1883, when the last Conservative Jewish burial took place.

The tombstones display traditional Jewish symbols and epigraphs, representing the heritage of Moravian Jewish families who lived in this region for generations.

Located near residential properties in Lipník nad Bečvou, the cemetery remains accessible to visitors through a public road adjacent to the main entrance.

Rabbi Baruch Teomin-Fraenkel, a significant religious leader of the local Jewish community, rests among the graves in this historical burial ground.

Location: Lipník nad Bečvou I-Město

GPS coordinates: 49.52436,17.58977

Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:52