Old Synagogue

The Old Synagogue in Erfurt is one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval synagogues, with origins dating to the 11th–14th centuries. Hidden for centuries behind later structures, it now houses a compelling museum on Jewish life in medieval Erfurt. Highlights include the Erfurt Treasure—coins, jewelry, and ceremonial objects—thought to have been concealed during the 1349 pogrom. The building’s layered architecture and rare inscriptions offer insight into community, commerce, and faith. Centrally located in Erfurt’s historic quarter, it rewards visitors interested in medieval history, Jewish heritage, and archaeology, and pairs well with the nearby Mikveh and Stone House.