Outside the Medieval walls behind Piazza dei Miracoli, the Jewish cemetery has hosted the burials of the Jews of Pisa and elsewhere since 1674.
The great stylistic variety of the monumental tombs
Active since 1674 and still in use, it was preceded by three other cemeteries, of which there are epigraphic traces on the walls.
Spanning many centuries, it exhibits a wide variety of architectural styles: from Iberian tradition mounds to Empire-style monuments; from 19th-century Gothic to early 20th-century Liberty style.
Jews in Pisa through the centuries
The different geographic origins of the graves show how the Jewish presence in Pisa has been varied over the centuries and also testifies to the choice of many Jews (especially from Spain and Portugal) to be buried in the Pisan cemetery, by virtue of the monumental context in which it is inserted. Documents and testimonies attest to the existence in Pisa of at least four Jewish cemeteries from the 13th century to today.
The fallen in the First World War
In the cemetery there are also the graves of the Jewish soldiers who fell in the First World War and, above all, of the Jewish victims of the Nazi-fascist violence. The names of those who were deported and disappeared in the extermination camps are remembered by a plaque on the wall of the mortuary chapel.
The Cemetery is visible from the top of the medieval walls, access point Tower of Santa Maria.
The visitor can choose whether to visit the cemetery alone or combine the experience with a visit to the Synagogue, all with a special combined ticket. Exploring both sites will allow for a more immersive experience in the history of the Pisan community and the fascinating Jewish culture.
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Opening hours
Sunday 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 3:00 PM.
Reservation recommended but not necessary.
Closure
Saturday; Jewish holidays; January 1st; December 25th.
Extra hours
Group visits by reservation during regular opening hours or outside regular hours.
Tickets
Full price: €3.00 – Reduced price: €2.00
Free: Children up to 6 years old
Presale fee: €1.00