France / Alsace

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Outside view of the Synagogue of Guebwiller, witness to the ancient Jewish heritage of the Alsace region
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Guebwiller

France › Alsace

The Jewish presence in Guebwiller dates back to at least the 13th century. About ten families lived there. This encouraged the inauguration of a synagogue at the beginning of the 14th century. ...