Synagogue d'Orléans, Jewish synagogue in Loire Valley, France

The Synagogue d'Orléans occupies the former chapel of the Officiality of the bishopric, at 14 rue Robert-de-Courtenay in central Orléans. Its grey-beige stucco facade has a steeply pitched gable with a recessed six-pointed star and an arched multi-paned window; a square brick chimney rises beside the gable, and a lamp bracket projects from the corner.

The Jewish community of Orléans is first mentioned at the end of the 6th century. In the 19th century the synagogue stood at Campo Santo; since 1970 it has occupied the former chapel of the Officialité, part of the bishopric. The building on rue Robert-de-Courtenay thus became the community's place of worship.

The synagogue occupies the former chapel of the Officiality of the bishopric, which the community has used since 1970. Before that, in the 19th century, the synagogue stood in the Campo Santo. The Jewish community of Orléans is documented from the late 6th century, making it one of the oldest recorded in France.

The synagogue remains an active place of worship with regular services, so visiting hours may vary depending on religious observances and events. It is best to check locally for current opening times and whether guided tours are available on your intended visit date.

The synagogue occupies the former chapel of the Officiality of the bishopric, which it has used since 1970; before that, in the 19th century, the community's synagogue stood in the Campo Santo area. The building sits at 14 rue Robert-de-Courtenay, a short walk from Sainte-Croix Cathedral and the bishop's garden.