Brussels: Jewish History Private Walking Tour
ID: GYG1503340-2296018
Categoría:
País: Bélgica
Duración:
02:00 horas
Descripción
Discover the history of the Jewish community in Brussels on a guided walking tour. See the Great Synagogue, explore the Jewish quarter of Mont des Arts, and learn about the Shoah.
Begin your tour with a visit to the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula, where you’ll learn about the Jewish community in the Middle Ages and hear about the pogroms that took place during this time.
Next, head to the Mont des Arts neighborhood to explore the Jewish quarter. Stroll through the streets and learn about the history of the area. Continue to the Triangle Zone in Anderlecht, a working-class and immigrant Jewish neighborhood connected to the textile and leather trades.
As you walk, hear about the Jewish immigrants from the Netherlands, France, and Central and Eastern Europe who settled in Cureghem in the late 19th century. Learn about the trades they worked in, including textiles, clothing, leather, and related trades.
Among other notable places, see the Great Synagogue (interior visit only if the building is open), built between 1875 and 1878, and learn about the growth and emancipation of Brussels' Jewish community during the 19th century.
Lo más destacado
- Discover the history of the Jewish community in Brussels on a guided tour
- Visit the Great Synagogue and learn about its Romanesque-Byzantine style
- Explore the Jewish quarter of Mont des Arts and the Triangle zone in Anderlecht
- Hear about the Shoah and the impact of World War II on the Jewish community
- Learn about the Jewish community in the Middle Ages and the pogroms they faced
Lenguajes de guiado
INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE
The synagogue is usually not open for entrance
Please note that the tour involves some walking. A good physical condition is recommended.
Meeting point in front of the main door
INCLUIDO
- Visit to the cathedral
- Visit to various Jewish related places in Brussels
- Discussion on Jewish community in the Middle Ages
- Discussion on the Jewish quartier of Mont des Arts
- Discussion on the Triangle zone in Anderlecht
- Discussion on local synagogues
- Discussion on the Shoah and WW2
¿Cuándo debo reservar?
Para garantizar la disponibilidad de la reserva lo antes posible. Vale la pena reservar con antelación, especialmente si planeas el viaje durante la temporada alta, como los días festivos o los fines de semana.
Cancelaciones
Esta excursión se puede cancelar sin costo alguno hasta :tiempo de cancelación horas antes del inicio del viaje. Si lo cancela después de 24 horas o no se presenta en la excursión, se le cobrará el precio total de la actividad. El retraso en la recogida o en la salida se considerará como no presentarse.
