Portuguese-Israelic graveyard, The Hague, Jewish cemetery at Scheveningseweg, The Hague, Netherlands
The Portuguese-Israelic graveyard is a Jewish cemetery in The Hague with graves and monuments spanning several centuries. The tombstones display varied styles and sizes, ranging from simple stones to more elaborate memorials.
The cemetery was established after Portuguese Jews found refuge in The Hague during the 17th century and settled there. It received national monument status in 1967 and remains one of the few places documenting this migration.
The gravestones display Hebrew and Portuguese inscriptions that tell the story of the Sephardic community. Many graves also bear Dutch family names, showing how this community became rooted in local society.
The cemetery sits along Scheveningseweg and is viewable from outside, though some areas have limited access. It is best to walk slowly and respect the quiet nature of the space.
Many of the oldest graves date back to the 17th century and reveal how quickly the Portuguese Jewish community established itself after arrival. These early memorials are rare witnesses to successful overseas migration in that era.
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