Roonstrasse Synagogue, Jewish synagogue in Neustadt-Süd, Cologne, Germany.
Roonstrasse Synagogue is a place of worship in the Neustadt-Süd neighborhood featuring a distinctive dome above the central prayer hall and symmetrical stonework made of tuff. The complex includes several four-story auxiliary buildings alongside the main sanctuary.
The building was destroyed during a violent attack in 1938, remained a ruin for years, and was then reconstructed in the 1950s according to new plans. It reopened in 1959, marking a new beginning for the Jewish community.
The synagogue takes its name from the street where it stands and serves as a gathering place where community members pray and celebrate together. Visitors can observe people of all generations participating in religious observances and cultural events throughout the year.
The complex houses a kosher restaurant, library, museum, and spaces for education and community events within the same site. Visitors should note that security measures are in place and it is best to inquire in advance about visiting options.
In 2005, Pope Benedict XVI visited this building and became the first Catholic church leader to visit a Jewish prayer site in Germany. This historic moment symbolized respect and reconciliation between the two faiths.
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