Brussels: Jewish History Private Walking Tour
ID: GYG1503340-2296018
Categoria:
Paese: Belgio
Durata:
02:00 ore
Descrizione
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.
Punti salienti
- 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
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
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
INCLUSO
- 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
Quando dovrei prenotare?
Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.
Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.
