The mikvehs: a jewel from the past
A mikveh is an immersion bath that plays a key role in Judaism. It stands for ritual and spiritual purification and adheres to strict religious rules. The mikvehs in Endingen and Lengnau are open to visits and offer fascinating insight into traditions and religious practices that have endured for centuries.
Endingen mikveh
The mikveh in Endingen is an outstanding example of this tradition. Built in 1867 by the architect Caspar Joseph Jeuch, it stands out not just in its historically significant architecture, but also in its own spring-fed water system that feeds the pool. To this day, it is possible to visit the deep, narrow pool and immerse yourself in history.
From ritual water to walk-in history
In 2024, the mikveh was opened to the public as part of the Doppeltür project. The exhibition explores the theme of water in two dimensions. On the ground floor, visitors can discover the ritual significance of water in Jewish life. On the upper floor, they can enjoy a sensory, communal experience centred around water, as well as various information stands on ritual purification rites.
Your visit
The Endingen mikveh is open daily and offers visitors fascinating insight into Jewish ritual bathing practices. The “Immersion Bath” section of the exhibition on the theme “Water and Religious Life” on the ground floor can be visited and is disabled accessible. The first floor offers a communal water experience, with further information on purification rituals in various cultures.
The exhibition is open to individuals and to groups on the Jewish Cultural Trail.