Pécs Synagogue Synagogue
Historic synagogue in Pécs, now cultural venue
A 19th‑century synagogue in Pécs, Baranya County, now used for cultural events and concerts. The building is noted for its Moorish Revival interior and architectural detail.
Pécs Synagogue at a Glance#
Address: Ifjúság útja 6, 7624 Pécs, Hungary
Website: https://www.pecs.hu/en
Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm, closed Mondays
Admission: HUF 800-1,200 (typical ticketed exhibition); some events free
How to Get to Pécs Synagogue#
The synagogue is in central Pécs, about a 5-10 minute walk from Széchenyi tér (the Main Square). From Pécs railway station (Pécs vasútállomás) it is roughly a 20-25 minute walk or a short city bus ride (lines 1, 2, 3, 8 serve central stops). Taxi from the station takes about 6-8 minutes.
Tips for Visiting Pécs Synagogue#
- Visit late afternoon when the light slants across the wooden ark and the synagogue's coloured-glass windows glow
- Check the Pécs city museum calendar - temporary exhibitions are rotated and can close the main hall
- Ask at the ticket desk about guided tours in English; volunteer guides occasionally lead thematic tours
Best Time to Visit Pécs Synagogue#
Best visited in shoulder seasons for gentler crowds and better light; indoor attraction so weather matters mainly for the walk around central Pécs.
Weather & Climate near Pécs Synagogue#
Pécs Synagogue's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (618 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 3° | -3° | 33 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 6° | -1° | 29 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| March | Good | 2° - 11° | 4° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Good | 11° - 22° | 16° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 2.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Very Good | 14° - 25° | 20° | 83 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 2.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 27° | 22° | 62 mm | some cloud | 58% | 2.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Excellent | 16° - 27° | 21° | 63 mm | some cloud | 57% | 2.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 9° | 3° | 55 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 4° | -2° | 45 mm | overcast | 91% | 2.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
