Overview
Built in the 1910s in a Neoclassical style, this synagogue reflects the once-thriving Jewish community that lived in Debrecen before World War II. Its large dome and symmetrical facade are notable, and its location on Petőfi Square makes it easy to visit during a city walk. The building also serves as a memorial to the Debrecen Jewish community, which suffered great losses in the Holocaust, and it still hosts religious and cultural events today. Free to view the exterior.
Travel Tips
Interior visits may require advance inquiry. Combine with a stroll around Petőfi Square.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Debrecen, Hungary from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Hungary on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
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Attractions near Debrecen Neological Synagogue
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Grand Hotel Aranybika
A historic 1915 Art Nouveau hotel and an iconic Debrecen landmark.
📍 211m away
Great Reformed Church
Hungary's largest Protestant church and a symbol of Debrecen.
📍 350m away
Deri Museum
Debrecen's leading museum, showcasing Hungarian history and natural history.
📍 393m away
Hajduboszormeny
A historic town near Debrecen preserving the heritage of the Hajduk warriors.
📍 18.1km away
Nine-Hole Bridge (Hortobágy)
Hungary's longest stone bridge, an icon of the Hortobágy Great Plain.
📍 36.2km away
Things to Do in Debrecen
Hortobagy National Park Horse-Drawn Cart Tour
Ride a horse-drawn cart across the endless Great Plain of UNESCO-listed Hortobagy National Park. See native Hungarian Grey Cattle, Racka sheep, and Nonius horses.
Flower Carnival Parade Viewing
Debrecen's biggest festival around August 20 (Hungarian National Day), with giant flower-decorated parade floats marching along Piac Street. Eastern Europe's most spectacular flower festival.
Aquaticum Thermal Spa Experience
Soak in 35-40°C thermal water beneath a Mediterranean glass dome in Nagyerdo Park, with water slides and saunas. More modern and family-friendly than Budapest's baths.