Jewish life in the Village

The Century Village Eruv

A nearly invisible line above the guardhouse offers a glimpse of a Jewish tradition that helps make a Shabbat walk with family or friends possible.

Check official status View the boundary map

A thin eruv line crosses above the Century Village guardhouse, in front of the palms and blue sky. — Look just above the roofline for the thin wire crossing the palms. This resort-style image is based on a photograph of the Village entrance.

For residents and visitors

Before you rely on the eruv

The official Century Village Eruv site serves West Palm Beach. Before Shabbat, confirm the current status and check that your starting point, route, and destination are within the published boundary.

1. Listen for the status
Play the latest recorded announcement on the official site.
Official status recording
2. Check your route
Use the official map to see where the eruv boundary runs.
Official boundary map
3. Ask if you’re unsure
View the local certification and ask your rabbi about a particular route or practice.
Rabbinical certification

A Jewish tradition

What is an eruv?

An eruv is a shared enclosure recognized under Jewish law. When it is valid, people who observe Shabbat may carry certain items, such as house keys or a prayer book, or push a stroller within its boundary. This can make it easier to walk to synagogue or visit neighbors with young children.

Part of the enclosure can be formed by a thin wire above upright supports, creating the form of a doorway. The local eruv site reports regular inspections. Use the official status and map to confirm what applies before you go.

For more about the tradition, see Chabad.org’s guide to the eruv.

The Century Village Eruv

Before you rely on the eruv

1. Listen for the status

2. Check your route

3. Ask if you’re unsure

What is an eruv?