Jüdisch, Jewish cemetery in Hof, Germany.
The Jewish cemetery in Hof is a burial ground containing rows of gravestones and stone monuments arranged across its grounds within the Hohensaas district. The site features traditional grave markers organized in a structured layout characteristic of such burial spaces.
The cemetery was established in 1911 and marks the presence of Jewish communities in Bavaria during the early twentieth century. The preserved graves serve as evidence of this population's life in the region during that period.
The cemetery is a place where Jewish burial customs shape the visible landscape, with graves oriented according to religious tradition and memorial stones reflecting community values. Visitors can observe how these practices have been maintained across generations in this quiet space.
The site is accessible by way of designated pathways located at coordinates 50.311667, 11.874167 within Hof. Visitors should approach the space with respect and maintain behavior appropriate to this memorial ground.
The site holds recognition as an architectural monument, showcasing how Jewish traditions merged with local building practices in Bavaria. This intersection of religious custom and regional design makes it a rare historical record of the area.
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