Synagoge, Baden

The Synagoge Baden is a two-story building in the city center with a main prayer hall supported by steel beams and cast-iron columns. The interior features a clear separation between the men's prayer area with about 75 seats and the women's section with around 40 seats, divided by a partition.

The building was constructed between 1872 and 1873 by architect Franz Breyer at a time when Baden had Austria's third-largest Jewish community. During the November Pogrom of 1938, the structure survived destruction largely because of its location next to the local fire department.

The restored space now functions as a meeting place for people of different faiths, hosting concerts and gatherings that shape community life. Visitors notice how the interior supports both traditional prayer and modern cultural events within the same walls.

The site is generally accessible during daytime hours, with stairs to the upper level easily navigable and rooms well-lit for viewing. Visitors should be aware that the space is sometimes used for private events or concerts, so it is wise to check beforehand whether visits are possible.

The structure was originally surrounded by densely built residential areas, yet modern restoration has preserved its architectural style and given it new purpose. Visitors are often surprised to learn that this building survived when so many similar structures in other cities did not, making its existence itself a remarkable story.