Park & nature
The Great Synagogue Memorial Park
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The Great Synagogue Memorial Park is a tranquil green space in Oswiecim, Poland, built on the site of the former Great Synagogue, which was destroyed by Nazis in 1939. The park serves as a poignant memorial to the town's once-thriving Jewish community. Visitors can walk along pathways lined with trees and benches, and pause at the central memorial, a striking sculpture or plaque that marks the synagogue's location. The park provides a serene environment for reflection and remembrance, contrasting with the bustling town around it. It is a place of quiet contemplation, where history and nature intertwine.
Don't miss
- View the memorial sculpture that marks the site of the former Great Synagogue.
- Walk the peaceful pathways and enjoy the landscaped greenery.
- Read the informational plaques detailing the history of the synagogue and the Jewish community.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit The Great Synagogue Memorial Park
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inGuided Tour Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau with pickup options4.2★ · 1,229 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$19 per personSee dates →
Best full dayKrakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfer and Ticket4.8★ · 9,571 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$35 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrague Synagogues and Jewish Quarter Private Walking Tour4.9★ · 21 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$170 per personSee dates →More attractions in Oswiecim