Czech Route of Jewish Heritage

The project was founded and implemented by the Federation of Jewish Communities in the Czech Republic.

It is a coordinated and methodologically managed network of regional cultural and educational centres of Jewish culture.

In the authentic environment of restored synagogues, visitors can learn about Jewish history, Judaism, literature, architecture, traditions and customs through permanent exhibitions, while contemporary artists are presented at short-term exhibitions. Thanks to the unique atmosphere and acoustics, concerts here become a unique experience.

This network is gradually expanding by other restored synagogues.

We are a part of European Route of Jewish Heritage, certified “Cultural Route of the Council of Europe“ in 2004

The main goals of the European Route of Jewish Heritage are to preserve, to promote and to keep alive Jewish heritage, to set up cultural routes, tourism and social development around these sites and to make Europeans aware of the cultural richness brought to Europe by the Jews.

Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe

The Cultural Routes programme was launched by the Council of Europe in 1987 with the Declaration of Santiago de Compostela.

Over 31 Cultural Routes in 2018, of the Council of Europe provide a wealth of leisure and educational activities for all citizens across Europe and beyond. They cover a range of different themes, from architecture and landscape to religious influences, from gastronomy and intangible heritage to the major figures of European art, music and literature.

www.coe.int/en/web/cultural-routes