Beth Haim Cemetery
A Portuguese Jewish cemetery in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, Netherlands, established in 1614, known for its stunning grave monuments and historical significance.

📜 Oldest Jewish cemetery in the Netherlands, established 1614. 🔍 Home to 28,000+ graves, including Sephardic Jews.

Why Go

🌳 Lush, peaceful secret garden🗿 Elaborate grave monuments with inscriptions in Dutch, Portuguese, Hebrew🏛️ Historical and educational destination📚 Rich Jewish history🎨 Site that inspired Jacob van Ruisdael's paintings

Why Avoid

🚫 Closed on Saturday and Jewish holidays⚠️ Many gravestones replaced or no longer visible (as of March 2021)

Tips

📱 Download Beth Haim App for special graves💡 Visitors center with video and exhibition📖 House rules listed at entrance gates

Cost

💰 Free entry.

Hours

🕒 Open 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., closed Saturday and Jewish holidays.

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