When does the tour take place?

The tour takes place on 25.05.2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is at the chapel on the Johannisfriedhof in Bielefeld.

Is participation free?

Yes, the tour is free of charge. The community appreciates any donations.

Do I need to register?

Yes, participation is only possible with registration through the website of the Jewish Community of Bielefeld.

Do I need prior knowledge?

No, the tour is aimed at all interested parties and does not require prior knowledge.

Is it possible to ask questions during the tour?

Yes, there is an opportunity to ask questions and engage in conversation.

Guided Tour Jewish Cemetery

Name: Guided Tour of the Jewish Cemetery in Bielefeld
Start: 2026-05-25T15:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-25T16:30:00+02:00
Location: Johannisfriedhof

A Quiet Place of Remembrance, History, and Dignity

This guided tour of the Jewish Cemetery in Bielefeld combines religious remembrance with vibrant city history. In the context of Yom haShoah, it creates an experience of faith marked by quiet encounters, reflection, and respectful pauses.

Memory with Depth

The Jewish cemetery is experienceable as a place of dignity, ongoing remembrance, and Jewish memory tradition. The tour provides insights into the history of the cemetery and the history of the Jewish Community of Bielefeld. At selected grave sites, life stories become visible, telling of origins, family, and religious continuity.

Yom haShoah as a Spiritual Framework

The event is held in the context of the Jewish memorial day Yom haShoah, which commemorates the victims of Nazi persecution and extermination. In this religious and historical perspective, the Shoah in Bielefeld comes to the forefront. The tour focuses on deportations from the city and region as well as on the local structures that enabled the injustice.

Jewish Burial Culture and Remembrance

Jewish burial and remembrance traditions shape the atmosphere of this tour. The connection of names, places, and biographies enhances the understanding of Jewish life in Germany and the significance of preserved memory. Participants experience a quiet form of community where listening and understanding are central.

Participation and Location

The tour is aimed at all interested parties; prior knowledge is not required. Questions and discussions are explicitly encouraged. The meeting point is at the chapel on the Johannisfriedhof, a historic cemetery ensemble with good connections and parking options.

Conclusion

Those who attend this tour take away not only knowledge but also a resonant moment of remembrance and connection. The tour invites participants to experience Jewish history in Bielefeld attentively and to actively carry the remembrance on-site.