Ohel Jakob synagogue, Munich

Name: Ohel Jakob synagogue
Address: Sankt-Jakobs-Platz 18, Munich, 80331, Germany
Telephone: +49 89 202400100

#115 among attractions in Munich

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Facts and practical information

Ohel Jakob is a synagogue in Munich, Germany. It was built between 2004 and 2006 as the new main synagogue for the Jewish community in Munich and is located at the Sankt-Jakobs-Platz. The synagogue was inaugurated on 9 November 2006 on the 68th anniversary of the Kristallnacht. The building is part of the new Jewish Center consisting of the synagogue, the Jewish Museum Munich and a community center. ()

Local name: Jüdisches Zentrum München Completed: 2006 (18 years ago)Coordinates: 48°8'5"N, 11°34'18"E

Address

Sankt-Jakobs-Platz 18Altstadt - Lehel (Altstadt)Munich 80331 Germany

Contact

+49 89 202400100

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Day trips

Ohel Jakob synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sendlinger Straße, Christkindlmarkt at Marienplatz, Mariensäule, Deutsches Jagd- und Fischereimuseum.

~560 ftW
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Central square and landmark buildings
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~1310 ftN
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~880 ftSW
City gate, Gothic architecture
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ohel Jakob synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Jewish Museum Munich, Munich (1 min walk), St. James's Church, Munich (2 min walk), Filmmuseum München, Munich (2 min walk), Deutsches Brauereimuseum, Munich (2 min walk).

How to get to Ohel Jakob synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ohel Jakob synagogue:

Bus

Sankt-Jakobs-Platz • Lines: 52, 62 (2 min walk)
Marienplatz • Lines: 52, 62 (3 min walk)

Tram

Müllerstraße • Lines: 16, 18, N17, N27 (6 min walk)
Reichenbachplatz • Lines: 16, N17 (7 min walk)

Metro

Sendlinger Tor • Lines: U1, U2, U3, U6, U7, U8 (6 min walk)
Marienplatz • Lines: U3, U6 (8 min walk)

Train

Marienplatz (7 min walk)
Karlsplatz (12 min walk)