The Old-New Synagogue
7 expert reviews
“Dating from the mid-13th century, this is the oldest functioning synagogue in Europe and one of the most important works of early Gothic in Prague.”
– Fodor's
Frommer's
"First called the New Synagogue to distinguish it from an even older one that no longer exists, the Old-New Synagogue, built around 1270, is Europe's oldest remaining Jewish house of worship."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Completed around 1270, the Old-New Synagogue is Europe’s oldest working synagogue and one of Prague’s earliest Gothic buildings."
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Time Out
"The Old-New Synagogue is a rather forlorn piece of medievalism that's now been returned to the community and is still used for services."
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Let's Go
"The Old-New Synagogue is the oldest synagogue in all of Europe and the oldest working synagogue outside Israel."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"For some, the Staronová Synagoga was built with stones brought from the Temple of Jerusalem. Others claim that it appeared entirely built."
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