Old Jewish Cemetery

The Old Jewish Cemetery at Rat-Beil-Straße is a burial ground containing approximately 40,000 interments and ranks among Germany's largest Jewish cemeteries. Dense rows of headstones with Hebrew inscriptions cover an extensive area next to Frankfurt's main cemetery.

Founded in 1828, this burial ground operated until 1928 when capacity was reached and only family grave interments were permitted afterward. This century of use documents the growth of Frankfurt's Jewish community.

This burial ground preserves the memory of generations through Hebrew inscriptions and traditional Jewish grave symbols carved into stone. Visitors can read the names and learn about the customs of Frankfurt's Jewish community through what remains visible on the stones.

The grounds can be explored on foot, with paths between the graves offering an overview of the entire layout. Administrators maintain detailed burial records and assist visitors and genealogists in finding information about specific individuals.

The headstones display remarkable details such as craft symbols that convey information about the professions and standing of the deceased. These visual records allow visitors to gain deeper insight into the work and lives of Frankfurt's Jewish residents.