Veria Synagogue

In the historic Barbouta quarter of Veria (Veroia), Imathia, the Veria Synagogue preserves one of the most important traces of the city’s Jewish heritage in northern Greece. This restored synagogue reflects centuries of cultural life in Veria and offers visitors a moving counterpart to the town’s celebrated Byzantine churches and museums.

Jewish Heritage in Veria

Veria was home to a vibrant Jewish community for many centuries. The synagogue in Barbouta, with its ornate interior and restrained exterior, is a reminder of that shared history and of the traditions that shaped the town alongside its Orthodox monuments. Cultural visits and remembrance events are organised with respect for the site’s significance.

Planning Your Visit

Access is often by appointment; check opening hours before you travel. The synagogue sits within walking distance of other landmarks in Veria’s old town. Use our interactive map to combine your visit with museums, churches and archaeological sites across Imathia.

Practical Information

• Location: Jewish Synagogue of Veria, Olganou, Veria, Imathia, Greece. View on map
• Hours: Typically 10:00–16:00 by appointment; confirm locally.
• Guidelines: Respectful behaviour; check for event schedules.
• More in Veria: Religious and sacred sites · Archaeological sites