The German Colony
The German Colony in Haifa is a historic area built in the 1860s by the Templar community from Germany, offering a magical blend of early European architecture and Mediterranean construction. The central Yefe Nof Street is lined with charming houses adorned with decorative facades and stone columns, which have been converted over the years into cafes, boutique restaurants, galleries, and unique design shops. In the evening, warm lighting arrangements stretch along the colony, with open terraces featuring various culinary concepts and romantic seating areas that attract couples and tourists to a refined street food culture. In the inner areas, you will discover hidden side streets bustling with street artists, small bars, and cultural institutions hosting exhibitions, live poetry performances, and literary gatherings. The location on Jaffa Street allows easy access to the seaside promenade, the city center, and the observation points of the Bahá'í Gardens above, making the German Colony a perfect starting point for a comprehensive tour of Haifa.
