Jewish cemeteries in Carpentras

The Jewish cemetery of Carpentras contains over 760 gravestones dating from the late 18th century, surrounded by tall pine trees and protected by high walls.

The cemetery was established in the 14th century when Jews found refuge in the papal territory of Comtat Venaissin after their expulsion from the Kingdom of France.

The gravestones display Hebrew inscriptions, family names, and traditional symbols that document the regional Jewish heritage through different architectural periods.

The cemetery operates under strict preservation guidelines as a registered historic monument, requiring visitors to contact local authorities for access and guided tours.

A ceremonial hall within the cemetery contains a Geniza, a dedicated storage space for preserving worn-out religious texts according to Jewish tradition.

Location: Carpentras

Address: chemin de l'aqueduc

GPS coordinates: 44.06196,5.05886

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52