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- French
Begin your journey at Place de la République, where you’ll learn about the Jewish community’s presence in Strasbourg over the past thousand years. As you walk, discover how the Jewish experience reflects many of the great themes of European history, from the growth of medieval cities to the tragedy of the Holocaust.
Continue to Rue des Juifs and the Medieval Mikveh, a ritual bath that offers a glimpse into the religious life of the past. Explore the relationship between Christianity and Judaism at Strasbourg Cathedral.
Next, visit Quai Kléber and the site of the former Great Synagogue, which was destroyed during World War II. Walk along Allée des Justes, a tribute to those who risked their lives to save Jews during the Holocaust.
Finally, end your tour at Synagogue de la Paix, a symbol of the rebirth of Jewish life in Strasbourg. Throughout the tour, reflect on the resilience and continuity of the Jewish community, and gain a deeper understanding of the city’s rich and complex history.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will be able to recognize the guide thanks to his badge/ID
Itinerary
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Rue des Juifs (Pass by)
Walk along Rue des Juifs and discover the remarkable Medieval Mikveh, one of the oldest surviving Jewish ritual baths in Europe. Learn about everyday Jewish life, religious traditions and the relationship between Jewish and Christian communities during the Middle Ages.
Admission ticket free -
Synagogue de la Paix (Pass by)
Finish at the Synagogue de la Paix, viewed from the outside, symbol of the rebirth of Jewish life in Strasbourg after 1945.
Admission ticket free -
1Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Hear the tragic story of the Black Death persecutions of 1349, when Strasbourg's Jewish community suffered one of the darkest episodes in its history. Continue through the city center as your guide explains how Jewish life gradually returned after centuries of expulsions.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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