Photo: Lure · CC BY-SA 3.0Heydukova Street Synagogue
4.2
Orthodox
Heydukova 11-13, Bratislava
The only active synagogue in the cityCubist style (1924)
Slovakia
Bratislava
A pilgrimage city for the Chatam Sofer, with the city's last surviving synagogue and a new kosher cafe that brought kosher dining back to the Zuckermandel quarter after 80 years
Photo: Lure · CC BY-SA 3.0
Candle lighting
17:30
10/23/2026
Havdalah
18:28
10/24/2026
This week's Torah portion
Parashat Lech-Lecha
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Eruv in Bratislava: no city eruv
Bratislava once had an eruv, but it is not in use today. Plan ahead - a Shabbat key belt, or leave your key at reception.
Shabbat meals in Bratislava
Most kosher restaurants close for Shabbat. Ask the Chabad house about Shabbat meals before you travel - ideally by Thursday.
Tip: book a stay within an easy walk of the Chabad house - for a relaxed meal and a short, pleasant stroll back.
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Guided Tours & Experiences
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Before you fly to Bratislava
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Our guide
You can't just turn up at the Chatam Sofer's grave: it has to be arranged with the Jewish community at least 48 hours ahead, and the visit is made with a local guide. The site is closed on Shabbat, Jewish holidays and Mondays, and there's a dress code - long trousers, head covering for men, covered arms for women. The kosher cafe in the Zuckermandel quarter is right beside it.
Stay in the kosher area of Bratislava
Bratislava does not have one obvious Jewish quarter. Chabad of Slovakia (Chabad house listed on the site) is the anchor - book a hotel within walking distance of it rather than picking a random part of Bratislava.
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Nearby destinations
More places in the region with a Jewish community and kosher food - to add to the trip.
Common questions about Bratislava
- Where to pray in Bratislava?
- There are 1 synagogues and 1 Chabad houses in Bratislava, with addresses and prayer times when available.
- Where to stay within walking distance of a synagogue in Bratislava?
- Hotels and apartments in Bratislava, with walking-distance-to-shul notes when we have them.
- When is candle lighting in Bratislava?
- Candle lighting and Havdalah in Bratislava are calculated for the destination and updated every week.
- Where can I eat on Shabbat in Bratislava?
- Most kosher restaurants close for Shabbat. Before you travel, ask the Chabad house (Chabad of Slovakia) about Shabbat meals in Bratislava - many host guests, and all can point you to what the community offers.