Not all school classes and other interested groups have the opportunity to visit our community centre, but would like to find out more about Judaism in general and the Jewish community in Innsbruck in particular. A film project with Bertram Walser was therefore launched in autumn 2024, offering young and old the opportunity to experience a virtual tour of the premises and the Judaica collection. Class 2c of the Bundesrealgymnasium APP attended with great interest and enjoyment when Chief Rabbi Jaron Engelmayer personally gave an introduction to Jewish life.

The guided tours of the community centre in Innsbruck are an essential component in communicating Jewish culture in general and the Jewish history of Tyrol in particular. Guided tours for school classes in particular help to break down prejudices and combat anti-Semitic stereotypes. We are delighted at the lively interest in our guided tours. We ask for your understanding that we have to charge a fee due to the high demand. Please also note the following:

• Guided tours are only possible from Monday to Thursday between 9.00 am and 2.00 pm.
• Appointments must be made at least 10 days in advance.
• Please send us a copy of your passport when you register with us for the first time.
• For group tours, please send a complete list of people in advance.
• Admission to the church is only possible in closed groups.
• Carry a photo ID with you.
• Gentlemen are requested to wear a head covering (kippah) in the synagogue. The head coverings are available for the duration of the tour.
• We ask all visitors to dress appropriately, in particular to cover their shoulders and knees.
• Filming and photography are not permitted.
• We ask you to switch off your smartphones.
• It is not permitted to bring large bags, rucksacks or school bags.
• No guided tours are offered during the Jewish holidays.

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