The Synagogue of Łańcut – A Baroque Treaure of Our Mutual History
If you think synagogues are just simple building, the Łańcut synagogue will totally surprise you! This formidable Baroque splendour, an intricately decorated bimah and frescoes that tell stories from centuries ago – it’s a real time travel. Come in and feel the magic of this place!
What can you expect?
In brief:
- Unique architecture – a beautifully renovated Baroque synagogue from the 18th century which astonishes you with its richly decorated interiors.
- Magnificent polychrome paintings – the paintings on the walls and vault depict floral and animal motifs as well as Hebrew inscriptions, creating a place like no other.
- History at your fingertips – the synagogue is one of the best preserved testimonies of the former Jewish community of Łańcut.
- Part of the Jewish Heritage Trail – it is element of the history of the multicultural Galicia and is well worth a try when visiting other monuments of the region.
Ticket info:
- Visits to the synagogue interiors are possible from 1/05 to 30/09.
- You can book group or individual visits.
- The date and details of the visit must be arranged by telephone +48 (22)- 436-60-00 / +48 601-176-351
Important notice:
- One of the oldest synagogues in Poland – built in 1761 with the foundation of Grand Crown Marshal Stanisław Lubomirski.
- Saved from destruction – in 1939, the Germans set fire to the synagogue, but the people of Łańcut fortunately managed to save it.
- Part of the Jewish Heritage Trail – the synagogue in Łańcut is one of the best preserved Jewish temples in Poland and an important point on the map of Jewish monuments in Europe.
- When visiting the synagogue, make sure your clothing is appropriate for a sacred place like this.
- The building is not wheelchair accessible.
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