Sulzbach's Jewish Centuries: Experience History at a Special Place
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Experience Jewish History: Sulzbach's Synagogue as a Place of Remembrance
On Monday, October 12, 2026, the former synagogue in Sulzbach invites you to an impressive historical investigation. The theologian and historian Dr. Markus Lommer will guide through the Jewish centuries of Sulzbach and provide insightful views on Jewish life, cultural heritage, and the history of coexistence in the Upper Palatinate.
A Memorial with a Moving History
The former synagogue located at Synagogenstraße 9 is now a place of remembrance and encounters. The historic building refers to the Jewish community of Sulzbach, to their religious traditions, and to a regional history shaped by exchange, education, and social development over centuries.
Jewish Life and Hebrew Printing
The focus of the tour is on the traces of Jewish life in Sulzbach. A special emphasis is placed on Hebrew printing, which gave the city international significance. Historical contexts, religious culture, and the importance of Sulzbach as a place of Jewish scholarship will be vividly interconnected.
Historical Expertise from First-Hand
Dr. Markus Lommer combines theological and historical expertise with many years of local knowledge. As a city heritage custodian, he participated in the concept for the renovation of the synagogue and its establishment as a new place of remembrance and meeting from 2008 to 2013. This gives the city tour a particularly direct access to the architecture, local history, and the cultural heritage of the place.
Culture of Remembrance and Present
The synagogue simultaneously stands for a historical culture of tolerance and for the question of how good coexistence can succeed today. The event takes place as part of the educational and action weeks against antisemitism and connects historical education with social responsibility. After the tour, there will be an opportunity to take a closer look at the former synagogue.
Conclusion: A Special Encounter with Sulzbach's History
Visitors can expect a well-founded tour at an authentic historical location, combined with insights into Jewish life, Hebrew printing, and the culture of remembrance in the Upper Palatinate. Those who wish to discover Sulzbach-Rosenberg from a new perspective and experience history firsthand will find a sustainable cultural enrichment here. Admission is free.
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