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Düsseldorf South Cemetery
Düsseldorf South Cemetery: Address, opening hours, map, history and graves for a well-prepared visit.
At a glance
- Area
- 46.1 ha
- Established
- 1904
- District
- Düsseldorf urban area
Visitor information
Prepare your visit
Quick access to the published information for planning a visit.
Address and directions
Visitor address, location and directions.
Learn moreOpening hours
Access hours for the cemetery.
Learn moreCemetery map
Maps and guidance for finding your way around the cemetery grounds.
Learn moreAdministration
Contact details and information about the responsible administration.
Learn moreCharacter and history
A historic cemetery with a chapel built in 1908; the grounds are protected as a garden monument.
The first burial took place on 2 April 1904; the chapel followed in 1908.
Key details
Düsseldorf South Cemetery is in Düsseldorf urban area. The visitor address is Am Südfriedhof 14e, 40221 Düsseldorf. Its area is approximately 46.1 hectares.
Information for your visit
- Read the opening hours for Düsseldorf South Cemetery: No generally applicable daily opening schedule is published. Ask the cemetery administration for current guidance before visiting.
- Open address and directions, then match the journey to the access information: The official contact information identifies the main entrance and cemetery office at Am Südfriedhof 14e and 14k; it does not name a second visitor entrance.
- Use the cemetery map to work from 44 named orientation points. A particular grave still requires its section, row and grave number.
- Notable graves introduces selected people and memorials associated with Düsseldorf South Cemetery, including Karl Arnold.
Travel snapshot
Südfriedhof stop: routes 709 and 723.
The following parking options are available: Parking on the eastern cemetery edge.
If any part of the visit to Düsseldorf South Cemetery depends on an appointment, a particular burial section or a short route, use the cemetery administration details before setting out.
Discover the cemetery
History and places
Explore the cemetery’s history, selected places and points of orientation.
Photographic impressions
Südfriedhof Düsseldorf in pictures
Selected photographs offer a visual impression of Südfriedhof Düsseldorf.
Burial plots among mature trees with the chapel tower in the background
The historic cemetery chapel with its tall stepped tower, large arched window and long arcaded walkway, viewed across lawns and shrubs.
Oval red headstone of Paul Henckels among groundcover and rhododendrons
Further information
About graves
Direct access to the published information about graves.
Frequently asked questions
What is the visitor address?
The address is Am Südfriedhof 14e, 40221 Düsseldorf. Entrances, public transport and parking are covered under address and directions.
When is Düsseldorf South Cemetery open?
No generally applicable daily opening schedule is published. Ask the cemetery administration for current guidance before visiting. Check short-term changes before visiting under opening hours.
Is there an official cemetery map?
The official site plan for Düsseldorf South Cemetery is directly available. Open the official plan.
How do I find a particular grave?
For a search at Düsseldorf South Cemetery, bring the name, dates and ideally the section, row and grave number. The process is set out under grave search.
Which grave types are available?
A definitive list of grave types currently available at Düsseldorf South Cemetery is not available here. The administration can provide availability, terms, fees and design rules. The administration provides current availability and fees for Düsseldorf South Cemetery.
How do I travel by public transport?
For Düsseldorf South Cemetery: Südfriedhof stop: routes 709 and 723.
Can I park at the cemetery?
For Düsseldorf South Cemetery: The following parking options are available: Parking on the eastern cemetery edge.
Which notable people are introduced?
Notable graves introduces selected biographies and graves connected with Düsseldorf South Cemetery. It is not a complete list of burials.
Who is responsible for the cemetery?
City of Düsseldorf, Parks, Cemeteries and Forestry Office is responsible for Düsseldorf South Cemetery. Contact and appointment information is under cemetery administration.