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Prague Jewish Quarter (Josefov) & Old Jewish Cemetery
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon in spring and autumn, when light is soft and crowds are smaller; weekdays are quieter than weekends.
Budget tips
Buy the Prague Jewish Museum combined ticket to access most synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery, and book online to skip lines and often save a small fee; check the Prague Card for current coverage before purchasing.
Recommended for
History buffs, Cultural travelers, Students of Jewish heritage, Photography enthusiasts
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Hurtige fakta: Gå gennem de trange brostensbelagte gyder og mærk en næsten lydløs atmosfære, hvor rækker af skæve gravsten presset tæt sammen danner et intenst, visuelt tæppe. Over 12.000 synlige gravsten ligger oven på hinanden, og arkæologer anslår at mellem 40.000 og 100.000 mennesker hviler under dem, så stedet føles både intimt og urovækkende.
Højdepunkter: Bag de smalle gange ligger omkring 12.000 overlappende gravsten så tæt, at kirkegården blev udvidet opad i op til 12 lag, hvilket betyder, at du kan finde årstal fra 1439 til 1787 og mærke den ru kalksten under fingrene. Kvikke lokale fortæller, at rabbi Judah Loew, kaldet Maharal, stadig tiltrækker folk som lægger små sten på hans grav og hvisker navne, og når vinden rører ved træerne lyder hvisken næsten som en gammel besværgelse.
Insider tips
- Wear sturdy shoes for cobblestones and steep, narrow cemetery steps.
- Check photography rules before entering synagogues; flash and tripods are often prohibited.
- Start at opening time to avoid tour-group crowds, or visit late afternoon for softer light and fewer people.
- Skip souvenir stalls in the main square and buy Judaica at the museum shop for higher-quality items.
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Den bedste måde at opleve en by med en lokal guide.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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