Former synagogue from 1883, now a memorial site and venue for exhibitions, lectures, and concerts in Kronach.
November 25, 2026 – December 10, 2026
Poster exhibition on the consequences of violence against women and girls and on what can grow again afterwards; photo series by Jule Anica Ohlsen with texts from a writing workshop.
October 11, 2026 – October 30, 2026
Exhibition in the Kronach Synagogue with an accompanying programme of film evening, lecture, meditation and a closing event with a reading on 30 October.
The Jewish community of Kronach was founded in 1880 and had a synagogue built of Kronach sandstone, which was consecrated on October 5, 1883. As fewer community members remained in the 1930s, they sold the building in February 1938 for a symbolic price to the city of Kronach, which remains the owner today.
The building was converted into a medical supply depot of the Red Cross, which saved it from destruction during the Pogromnacht. Later it served as a warehouse and at times stood empty; demolition was discussed. In 1992, committed citizens founded the Aktionskreis Kronacher Synagoge, which has leased the building since 1998 and restored it with grants and donations.
On October 4, 2002, the synagogue reopened as a memorial site and event space. Today, exhibitions, lectures, readings, and concerts take place there. Guided tours explaining Judaism are offered for school classes, groups, and individuals. The association works on a volunteer basis and is financed by donations.
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The synagogue can be used for suitable events of non-commercial institutions and groups against reimbursement of costs; the board decides on admission.
Inquiries & details| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours with explanations about Judaism by registration with Gisela Zaich, tel. 09261 92140. |
