New Synagogue of Szeged
Szegedi új zsinagóga
An Art Nouveau synagogue completed in 1903, with a blue and gold stained-glass dome that represents the heavens. It is considered one of Europe's most beautiful synagogues.
The New Synagogue was designed by architect Lipót Baumhorn and completed in 1903. It blends Moorish, Gothic, and Art Nouveau styles, and it is Hungary's second-largest synagogue. The most striking feature is the central dome, about 48 meters high, decorated with blue painted glass and golden stars that symbolize the universe. Its 48 columns represent the world, and the stained-glass patterns are drawn from plants mentioned in the Bible. Outside the synagogue stands a Holocaust memorial wall. It is open Sunday to Friday, and closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays. Admission costs about 2,000 forints.
Opening hours
Sun–Fri 10:00–16:00 (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Reök Palace
- Mars Square Market
- Kárász Street
- Széchenyi Square & City Hall
- Anna Bath
- Votive Church & Dóm Square
- Serbian Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas
- Szeged National Theatre