The new synagogue in Potsdam, marking a significant moment for the Jewish community, was officially opened today.
The ceremony was attended by notable figures including Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, Brandenburg Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke, and Potsdam Mayor Mike Schubert.
The new synagogue, situated in the city centre close to historic sites and the former location of the old synagogue destroyed during World War II and later demolished in the German Democratic Republic, is seen as a much-needed improvement.
It can accommodate nearly 200 people in its ten-metre-high main hall. The design includes a light-flooded metal mesh ceiling that evokes a tent, symbolising the origins of Judaism. The facility also features community rooms, a roof terrace, and a youth cellar, making it a comprehensive centre for Jewish life.
The Central Council of Jews in Germany has expressed satisfaction with the new synagogue, viewing it as a significant addition that will enhance the visibility and vibrancy of Jewish community life in Potsdam.
