2 Hour Private Guided Walking Tour: Jewish Mainz
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The highlight of the tour is the oldest legible Jewish tombstone in Europe from 1049 kept in the Landesmuseum (State Museum). Guests are also thrilled by the futuristic architecture of the New Synagogue and its contrast with the ruins of the Old Synagogue.
Your experience
Stop 1
Near the Fischtorbrunnen we will see some of the famous Stolpersteine ("Stumbling Stones").
Stop 2
You will see the Nagelsäule ("Nail Column") on the market square and hear about Jewish life in Mainz during the First World War.
Stop 3
In the Landesmuseum we will see the oldest legible Jewish tombstone in Europe from 1049 and the Torah rolls in the museum's Judaica collection. Near the Landesmuseum we will see the area of the former Jewish Ghetto.
Stop 4
Together with Speyer and Worms, Mainz was the centre of the Ashkenazi Judaism. We will see the impressive modern synagogue (from the inside if possible otherwise from the outside) next to the remains of the old synagogue.
What’s included
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (optional, by arrangement)
Not included
- Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Meet by the fountain
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Walking distance about 2.5 miles (4 km)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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