shum sites of speyer, worms and mainz
states: [germany]
category: cultural
year: 2021
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 49.3162111111, 8.4395388889
last visited: 2022
unesco id: 1636
world heritage site: 1636
The ShUM Sites of Speyer, Worms, and Mainz, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Germany, recognized in 2021, preserve medieval Jewish heritage in three Rhineland cities pivotal to Ashkenazi culture from the 11th to 14th centuries. Named for their Hebrew initials (Speyer, Worms, Mainz), these sites include synagogues, mikvehs, and cemeteries, such as Speyer’s 12th-century ritual bath and Worms’ ancient Jewish quarter. They reflect the intellectual, religious, and architectural contributions of Jewish communities, offering a rare glimpse into their enduring legacy amid Europe’s medieval history.
