{"id":225,"date":"2026-07-28T17:23:07","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T17:23:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/berlinsynagoge.com\/frequently-asked-questions\/"},"modified":"2026-09-11T13:58:44","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T13:58:44","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/berlinsynagoge.com\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"jt-page\">\n<style>\n.content-area{width:100%!important;float:none!important;}\n.site-content .widget-area,#right-sidebar,#left-sidebar{display:none!important;}\n.content-area .inside-article,.content-area .entry-content{max-width:none!important;padding:0!important;margin-top:0!important;}\n.entry-header{display:none!important;}\n#bs-faq .faq-inner{max-width:760px;margin:0 auto;}\n#bs-faq .faq-tools{display:none;}\n#bs-faq.faq-js .faq-tools{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:.9rem 1.4rem;margin:0 0 1.75rem;}\n#bs-faq .faq-search{position:relative;flex:1 1 300px;min-width:220px;}\n#bs-faq .faq-search svg{position:absolute;left:.85rem;top:50%;transform:translateY(-50%);width:1.05rem;height:1.05rem;stroke:var(--gold);opacity:.9;pointer-events:none;}\n#bs-faq .faq-search-input{width:100%;box-sizing:border-box;font-family:var(--sans);font-size:1rem;color:var(--ink);background:var(--card);border:1px solid var(--gold-rule);border-radius:2px;padding:.7rem .9rem .7rem 2.6rem;transition:border-color .15s,box-shadow .15s;}\n#bs-faq .faq-search-input::placeholder{color:var(--ink-faint);}\n#bs-faq .faq-search-input:focus{outline:none;border-color:var(--gold);box-shadow:0 0 0 3px var(--gold-hairline);}\n#bs-faq .faq-count{font-family:var(--sans);font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--ink-faint);white-space:nowrap;}\n#bs-faq .faq-alllinks{margin-left:auto;display:flex;gap:1.1rem;}\n#bs-faq .faq-alllinks a{font-family:var(--sans);font-size:.72rem;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--primary);text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid transparent;cursor:pointer;padding-bottom:2px;transition:border-color .15s;}\n#bs-faq .faq-alllinks a:hover{border-bottom-color:var(--gold);}\n#bs-faq .faq-list{border-top:1px solid var(--gold-rule);}\n#bs-faq .faq-item{border-bottom:1px solid var(--gold-hairline);}\n#bs-faq .faq-item:last-of-type{border-bottom:1px solid var(--gold-rule);}\n#bs-faq summary.faq-q{list-style:none;cursor:pointer;display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:1rem;padding:1.15rem .25rem;font-family:var(--serif);font-size:1.12rem;line-height:1.4;font-weight:600;color:var(--primary);}\n#bs-faq summary.faq-q::-webkit-details-marker{display:none;}\n#bs-faq summary.faq-q:hover{color:var(--primary-soft);}\n#bs-faq summary.faq-q .faq-qtext{flex:1;}\n#bs-faq summary.faq-q .faq-sign{flex:0 0 auto;width:1.1rem;text-align:center;color:var(--gold);font-family:var(--sans);font-weight:400;font-size:1.4rem;line-height:1.2;transition:transform .2s;}\n#bs-faq details[open] summary.faq-q .faq-sign{transform:rotate(45deg);}\n#bs-faq .faq-a{padding:0 .25rem 1.4rem;max-width:66ch;}\n#bs-faq .faq-a p{font-family:var(--sans);font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;color:var(--ink-soft);margin:0 0 .8rem;}\n#bs-faq .faq-a p:last-child{margin-bottom:0;}\n#bs-faq .faq-a a{color:var(--primary);text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid var(--gold-rule);}\n#bs-faq .faq-a a:hover{border-bottom-color:var(--gold);}\n#bs-faq .faq-noresults{display:none;font-family:var(--sans);color:var(--ink-faint);padding:1.5rem .25rem;}\n#bs-faq .faq-closing{text-align:center;margin-top:2.6rem;font-family:var(--serif);font-size:1.05rem;color:var(--ink-soft);}\n#bs-faq .faq-closing a{color:var(--primary);text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid var(--gold-rule);}\n#bs-faq .faq-closing a:hover{border-bottom-color:var(--gold);}\n@media(max-width:600px){#bs-faq .faq-alllinks{margin-left:0;}#bs-faq summary.faq-q{font-size:1.04rem;}}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"page-intro\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"kicker\">FAQ<\/div><h1>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1><p class=\"lede\">Answers to the most common questions about services, visiting, and the facilities of the Joachimsthaler Synagogue. Use the search, or open a question to read the answer.<\/p><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"about-section\"><div class=\"container\"><div id=\"bs-faq\" class=\"faq-inner\">\n<div class=\"faq-tools\"><div class=\"faq-search\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"11\" cy=\"11\" r=\"7\"><\/circle><line x1=\"21\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"16.65\" y2=\"16.65\"><\/line><\/svg><input type=\"search\" class=\"faq-search-input\" placeholder=\"Search questions \u2026\" aria-label=\"Fragen durchsuchen\" autocomplete=\"off\"\/><\/div><span class=\"faq-count\" aria-live=\"polite\">11 Questions<\/span><span class=\"faq-alllinks\"><a class=\"faq-expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">Expand all<\/a><a class=\"faq-collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\">Collapse all<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-list\">\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">When do Shacharit, Mincha and Maariv take place?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">You can find the current times for Shacharit, Mincha and Maariv \u2014 including the start and end of Shabbat \u2014 at any time in our <a href=\"https:\/\/berlinsynagoge.com\/en\/calendar\/\">Calendar<\/a>. Please always refer to the times for the current day.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">Which Nussach (liturgy) is followed in the synagogue?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">Our prayers follow Nussach Ashkenaz. The nigunim are mostly the classic Ashkenazi melodies, often supplemented by more contemporary nigunim, such as those of Carlebach.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">Do I need to register in advance to attend the services?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">No, no prior registration is required to take part in the prayers. You are warmly welcome at any time.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">Are Shabbat candles available at the synagogue on Fridays?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. Every Friday before the start of Shabbat, candles are provided for Hadlakat Nerot (candle lighting).<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">Why does Shabbat begin so early in summer?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">It is our custom in Berlin to receive Shabbat before sunset, so that Kabbalat Shabbat and the Kiddush dinner can take place at a comfortable time.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">Is there a Havdalah at the synagogue after Shabbat ends?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. Every Motzaei Shabbat, after the Maariv prayer, we make Havdalah together for everyone.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">In which part of Berlin is the synagogue located?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">The Central Orthodox Synagogue of Berlin lies in the heart of Berlin\u2019s West, in the Charlottenburg district, directly on the well-known Kurf\u00fcrstendamm boulevard (Ku\u2019damm). The nearest U-Bahn station bears the same name as the boulevard.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">Are there hotels near the synagogue?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\"><p>Yes, there are numerous hotels of various categories and price ranges near the synagogue. For hotels within walking distance, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/kosherberlin.com\/kosher-guide\/observant-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Observant Travel Guide on KosherBerlin<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qtext\">What kosher options are there in Berlin?<\/span><span class=\"faq-sign\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\"><p>For up-to-date information about kosher food and restaurants in Berlin, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/kosherberlin.com\/kosher-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kosherberlin.com<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">Can larger groups also attend the services?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">Yes, our synagogue offers ample room and can accommodate larger groups. Only on the High Holidays \u2014 Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur \u2014 when the shul is very full, we ask groups to contact us in advance.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">Is there a Mikveh at your synagogue?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">Yes, our Mikveh is located in the same building as the Central Orthodox Synagogue. The men\u2019s Mikveh is open daily from Sunday to Friday \u2014 from 15 minutes before Shacharit for one hour and 15 minutes. The women\u2019s Mikveh can be visited by prior arrangement; please call or send an email to <a href=\"mailto:nechamka@yahoo.de\">nechamka@yahoo.de<\/a>.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\"><summary class=\"faq-q\">Is there an Eruv in Berlin?<\/summary><div class=\"faq-a\">Unfortunately, there is currently no Eruv in Berlin.<\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"faq-noresults\">Keine Frage gefunden. 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