History:
In 1617, Hans Mathes von Giech allowed the Demmelsdorfer and Zeckendorfer Jews to create a cemetery. It was also occupied by the following surrounding Jewish communities.
The cemetery, now 46.70 ares, was expanded in 1748. Today there are about 598 tombstones (Mazewot) that were documented from 1991 to 1993. The oldest tombstone is from 1637.
Source and further information:
de.wikipedia.org/wiki/J%C3%BCdischer_Friedhof_(Zeckendorf)

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☘️ Werner

May 25, 2020

The Jewish cemetery Zeckendorf in Zeckendorf was built around 1617. The cemetery is located in a forest area on a hill between Zeckendorf and Demmelsdorf. Today there are still around 598 tombstones (Mazewot). The oldest tombstone is from 1637.
The gate is locked so that the cemetery can only be seen from the outside.
See Wikipedia: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/J%C3%BCdischer_Friedhof_(Zeckendorf)

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☘️ Werner

May 25, 2020

From the Jewish cemetery in Zeckendorf you have a great view of both the Gügel and the Giechburg.

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Jochen Rennt

September 28, 2021

The detour is highly recommended and makes you think.

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Tho〽️aster ™️

August 15, 2021

The Jewish cemetery cannot be seen from Zeckendorf, nor is it signposted, and is well hidden at the edge of the forest. Amazingly big and well preserved, hopefully it stays that way. Going around the fence is worth it!

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September 21, 2022

Very beautiful, mystical place

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Andrea_Hofbeck

March 9, 2021

In the middle of the forest you can find the Jewish cemetery with a view of the Giechburg

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