Lohmühle in Schnaittach in Nürnberger Land, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Vorsängerhaus
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Cantor’s House
Photographed by James Hulse, February 24, 2026
1. Vorsängerhaus / Cantor’s House Marker
Gemeinsam mit dem sich anschließenden Rabbinerhaus 1687 als Dienstwohnung für den Vorsänger erbaut. Im Keller hat sich ein Ritualbad erhalten; bis 1938 befanden sich in diesem Haus eine Laubhütte und das Sitzungszimmer der Kultusgemeinde Schnaittach.
Built in 1687 together with the adjoining rabbi’s house as the official residence of the cantor. A ritual bath has been preserved in the cellar; until 1938 the house also contained a sukkah and the meeting room of the Jewish community of Schnaittach.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1687.
Location. 49° 33.479′ N, 11° 20.468′ E. Marker is in Schnaittach, Bayern (Bavaria), in Nürnberger Land. It is in Lohmühle. It is at the intersection of Museumsgasse and Birkensteingasse, on the left when traveling south on Museumsgasse. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Museumsgasse 14, Schnaittach BY 91220, Germany. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Moses Gutmann (here, next to this marker); Rabbinerhaus/ Rabbi’s House (here, next to this marker); Paula Gutmann (here, next to this marker); Die Museen / The Museums (a few steps from this marker); Synagogue (a few steps from this marker); Das Schnaittacher Heimatmuseum und das Jüdische Museum Franken (a few steps from this marker); Frauenschul / Women’s Prayer Room (a few steps from this marker); Flora Altbater (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Schnaittach.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 24, 2026
2. Vorsängerhaus / Cantor’s House Marker
The marker is located on the right side of the entrance to the Museum.
Photographed by James Hulse
3. Vorsängerhaus / Cantor’s House Marker
The view of the Museum looking towards the north. The marker is the first marker on the right side.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 2, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 1, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 38 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 2, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
