Old Synagogue in Krakow am See
Since 1995, the cultural association Alte Synagoge Krakow am See e.V.
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The Old Synagogue in Krakow am See – History and Cultural Life on the Baltic Sea
The Old Synagogue in Krakow am See is a special place in the heart of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, not far from the Baltic Sea coast. Since 1995, the cultural association Alte Synagoge Krakow am See e.V. has been shaping the cultural life of the town and its surroundings with a diverse program of exhibitions, readings, concerts, cabaret, operetta, and movie nights.
Permanent Exhibition on the History of Jewish Life in Krakow am See
A permanent exhibition on the history of Jewish life in Krakow am See offers visitors from near and far a fascinating insight into the local past. The historic building itself is part of the experience and attracts numerous visitors each year. The association places special emphasis on involving artists from the region—such as those from Rostock, Güstrow, or Wismar—and providing them with a platform.
Krakow am See as a Day Trip Destination Between Rostock and Güstrow
Krakow am See is centrally located in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and is easily accessible from the Baltic Sea coast, for example from Rostock or the Fischland-Darß-Zingst region. By car, take the A19 toward Güstrow and continue from there to Krakow am See. The nearest train station is in Güstrow, from where Krakow am See can be reached by bus.