Synagoge Stommeln, Architectural heritage synagogue in Stommeln, Pulheim, Germany.
The Synagoge Stommeln is a religious building in Pulheim featuring architectural details typical of 19th century European synagogues. The structure retains its original character with elements that reflect different construction periods.
The synagogue was built in the 19th century to serve the growing Jewish community in Stommeln as a place of worship. The building survived World War II and was later protected as a monument.
The building sits in the heart of Stommeln and shows how the Jewish community lived there for generations. It serves today as a place to remember these residents and their religious life.
The building sits centrally in Stommeln and is easy to reach by public transport. Visitors should check ahead as viewings are typically only available by arrangement.
The building stands out for its raw brick walls, which are unusually plain for a synagogue of this period. This simplicity makes it a special example of how the community expressed its faith in architecture.
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