The painted interior and the riverside dome cost 10 lei to see, 300 m from Piața Unirii.
About the place
The synagogue was built by Oradea's reform (Neolog) Jews after they split from the Orthodox community in 1870. It was designed by the town's chief architect, Busch Dávid, and built by Rimanóczy Kálmán senior. The building has a square plan, 1,000 seats and a dome raised on a drum with 16 windows. Its model was the Nuremberg synagogue, demolished in 1938.
Inside, the geometric painting with Stars of David is by the painter Horovitz Mor from Košice. Cast-iron columns divide the three aisles, and an organ stands above the niche for the Torah scrolls. The synagogue is run by the Oradea Heritage foundation; the ground floor and gallery hold the exhibition 'Little Jewish Encyclopedia'. Concerts and exhibitions are held in the hall.
Good to know
- Tickets cost 10 lei for adults and 5 lei for pupils, students and pensioners.
- Go up to the gallery for the full view of the painted hall and the organ.
- The best photo of the dome is from the opposite bank of the Crișul Repede.
Opening hours
| Monday | Închis |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10–18 |
| Wednesday | 10–18 |
| Thursday | 10–18 |
| Friday | 10–18 |
| Saturday | 10–18 |
| Sunday | 10–18 |
Hours may change on public holidays. Check before you go.