Semper Synagogue, Dresden

Name: Semper Synagogue
Address: Dresden, Germany

#87 among attractions in Dresden

Synagogue, Moorish revival architecture

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The Semper Synagogue, also known as the Dresden Synagogue, designed by Gottfried Semper and built from 1838 to 1840, was dedicated on 8 May 1840. It was an early example of the Moorish Revival style of synagogue architecture. ()

Local name: Alte Synagoge Architectural style: Moorish revivalCoordinates: 51°3'9"N, 13°44'48"E

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Altstadt (Innere Altstadt)Dresden Germany

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Day trips

Semper Synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dresden Frauenkirche, Semperoper, Kulturpalast, Dresden Transport Museum.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Semper Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include New Synagogue, Dresden (2 min walk), Brühlscher Garten, Dresden (3 min walk), Galerie Neue Meister, Dresden (3 min walk), Kurländer Palais, Dresden (3 min walk).

How to get to Semper Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Semper Synagogue:

Tram

Synagoge • Lines: 3, 7 (1 min walk)
Pirnaischer Platz • Lines: 1, 12, 2, 3, 4, 7 (8 min walk)

Bus

Pirnaischer Platz • Lines: +261, 333, 360, 366, H/S (6 min walk)
Gerichtsstraße • Lines: 62 (7 min walk)

Train

Hauptbahnhof an der Gläsernen Manufaktur (18 min walk)
Dresden-Neustadt (25 min walk)

Ferry

Fähre Johannstadt-Neustadt • Lines: Johannstadt - Neustadt (28 min walk)
Fähre Neustadt-Johannstadt • Lines: Johannstadt - Neustadt (28 min walk)