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Jewish points of interest in Copenhagen
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Whether you have just a few hours or several days, there are plenty of Danish Jewish experiences awaiting you in and around Copenhagen - no matter if the sun is shining or not. Read our Top 5 of suggested things to see and do.
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1. Danish Jewish Museum The Danish Jewish Museum, designed by world famous architect Daniel Libeskind, opened in 2004 and is a must-see for anyone interested in the Jews of Denmark. Located in the center of Copenhagen, the museum is a great starting point for exploring Jewish Copenhagen and Jewish history in Denmark. The museum presents 400 years of Danish Jewish history, including the rescue and deportation of the Danish Jews in 1943. Read more about The Danish Jewish Museum.
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 2. Jewish Copenhagen Walking Tour There is a wealth of Jewish history waiting to be discovered down the winding side streets and formal avenues of historic Copenhagen. To really make history come alive, we recommend that you hire a specialized guide or join a guided Jewish Copenhagen sightseeing tour. However, if you are an individual traveler, or you just prefer to make your own discoveries, read and print a copy of our Jewish Walking Tour of Copenhagen guide and bring it along on your walk through Copenhagen. Or pick up the leaflet “Discover Jewish Copenhagen” at the Danish Jewish Museum.  3. The Museum of Danish Resistance 1940-1945 (Frihedsmuseet) The Museum of Danish Resistance tells the story of Danish resistance during the Nazi occupation 1940-1945. Chronicling the development of the resistance movement within the changing framework of Danish society and the tides of battle, the museum also illustrates and contextualizes the rescue of the Danish Jews in 1943. Free admission. Read more about The Museum of Danish Resistance.  4. The Great Synagogue of Copenhagen Copenhagen’s main synagogue, finished in 1833, is located in Krystalgade (Crystal Street) in the old part of Copenhagen. Both a religious center and an artistic monument, it is considered the masterwork of a famous Danish architect, Gustav Friedrich Hetsch, who also created the Roman Catholic Saint Ansgar's Cathedral in Copenhagen. While the outside is simple and severe, the inside is a treasure. Plan a visit to the synagogue. |
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5. The Rescue Route On a day trip from Copenhagen, the Danish Jews’ route to safety in 1943 can be traced along the coast of Denmark through the small, picturesque fishing villages from where the Jews were ferried to safety in neutral Sweden. For the most comprehensive and engaging experience, we recommend hiring a specialized guide or joining a guided tour. But you can also travel by bus, car or train – or even bicycle – and use our Rescue Route guide to find tips and ideas of where to go and what to see.
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The rescue of the Danish JewsRead our guide to where to go in and around Copenhagen to learn more about the rescue and deportation of the Danish Jews during World War II.
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