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In the heart of the historic old town of Hachenburg lies Judengasse, one of the oldest and most historically significant streets in the city. Already in the early modern period, several Jewish families lived here, shaping life in Hachenburg over many generations. Even today, the narrow paths and the preserved half-timbered houses convey an impression of the historical cityscape of bygone times. During the time of National Socialism, the street was renamed "Alte Poststraße" in 1933. Only in 1997 did it regain its original name, and since then it has visibly commemorated its history once more. At the corner to the Lesegarten stands a memorial stone, commemorating the Jewish victims of persecution and National Socialist terror. The place appears intentionally simple and understated, inviting one to pause for a moment. It is this calm and personal atmosphere that makes Judengasse a special place of memorial culture in the Westerwald. Those exploring Hachenburg will discover here a small but important place where history, memory, and the present are closely intertwined.
The Judengasse in Hachenburg is one of the oldest alleys in the historic old town and serves as a reminder of the former Jewish life in the city. For many centuries, Jewish families lived here and shaped Hachenburg's social life. Today, half-timbered houses and the memorial stone commemorate the history of the former Jewish community. The simple memorial site serves as a reminder of the people who were persecuted, expelled, or murdered during the Nazi era. Those who walk through the quiet alley will discover a silent yet important part of Hachenburg's city history.
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Judengasse57627 Hachenburg
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+49 2662 96 99 760
info@hachenburger-westerwald.de
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