The Mittelalterliche Mikwe in Erfurt is one of the most significant Jewish heritage sites in Germany, offering a rare glimpse into medieval religious life. Discovered in 2007 near the Krämerbrücke, this ritual bath dates back to the 12th century and is remarkably well preserved. Hidden underground for centuries, the mikwe reflects the traditions of the Jewish community that flourished in Erfurt during the Middle Ages. Visitors can descend into the stone chamber, where the cool atmosphere and flowing water evoke centuries of ritual practice. Together with the Alte Synagoge and the medieval Jewish cemetery, the mikwe forms part of Erfurt’s unique Jewish heritage ensemble, now recognized by UNESCO. It stands as a powerful reminder of continuity, faith, and the enduring cultural presence of Jewish life in the city.
Erfurt GermanyThe Mittelalterliche Mikwe (Medieval Mikveh) in Erfurt is located on Kreuzgasse, close to the north side of the historic Merchants’ Bridge (Krämerbrücke) along the Gera River in the city center. This well-preserved 13th-century Jewish ritual bath is part of the Jewish Medieval Heritage of Erfurt, an important UNESCO World Heritage site. The mikveh features an original staircase leading down to a basin filled by groundwater, historically used for ritual purification. It is situated near key cultural landmarks including the Old Synagogue, the Erfurt Treasure exhibition, the Petersberg Citadel, and the Erfurt Cathedral. Visitors can access the mikveh through guided tours starting from the Old Synagogue and nearby tourist information, set within Erfurt's medieval old town rich with historic sites, museums, and picturesque streets.
Alte Synagoge
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Memorial and Educational Site Andreasstraße
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Stadtmuseum „Haus zum Stockfisch
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DDR-Ausstellung DEUDERA
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Deutsches Gartenbaumuseum
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Druckereimuseum & Schaudepot im Benary-Speicher
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Erinnerungsort Topf & Söhne
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Luftschutzkeller
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Margaretha-Reichardt-Haus
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Museum Brückenhaus
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Museum für Thüringer Volkskunde
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Museum Heiligen Mühle
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Museum Neue Mühle
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Naturkundemuseum
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Schloss und Park Molsdorf
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Barfüßerkirche
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Carillon im Bartholomäusturm
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Theater Erfurt
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KulturQuartier Schauspielhaus
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Theater Waidspeicher
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Theater Die Schotte
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Theater im Palais
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Blaue Bühne
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Alte Oper Erfurt
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Kunsthalle Erfurt
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Galerie Waidspeicher
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Galerie Loeser
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Galerie Rothamel
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Galerie des Verbandes Bildender Künstler Thüringen
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Galerie niza
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Kunsthaus
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Zitadelle Petersberg
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Zitadelle Cyriaksburg
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Schlossmuseum Molsdorf
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Forsthaus Willroda
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Thuringian Zoo Park
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Erfurt Cathedral
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St Severus’ Church
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Krämerbrücke
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Bartholomew Tower
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Augustinian Monastery
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Schottenkirche
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Neuwerkskirche
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Medieval Mikveh
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Egapark Erfurt
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Dendrologischer Garten
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Nordpark Erfurt
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Kilianipark
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Stadtpark
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Venedig
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Südpark Erfurt
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Egapark Observation Tower
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St. Aegidien Church
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Bismarck Tower
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