A Journey Through Jewish History: Germany 2016 | Torah In Motion

A Journey Through Jewish History: Germany 2016

Travel Dates: Wednesday July 13, 2016

Join Torah in Motion for a unique and intellectually inspiring trip to Germany designed especially by Dr. Marc Shapiro.

  • See how Berlin has emerged from its dark past to be a center of European life
  • Visit the medieval synagogue in Erfurt, Europe’s oldest surviving synagogue
  • Walk the streets of Frankfurt, one of Jewish history’s most important cities
  • Visit the great medieval Jewish towns of Worms, Mains and Michelstadt, home to so much important Jewish history
  • Visit the recently completed Jewish museum of Berlin

In addition to the special Torah in Motion educational and spiritual nourishment, the Journey Through Jewish History in Germany will feature:

  • luxury hotels in prime locations;
  • Three fresh kosher meals daily; and
  • expert local tour guides for sites of general interest.

Tour details, registration & share links

germany_2016_itinerary_no_price.pdf (PDF)

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