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Mannheim Main Cemetery
Mannheim Main Cemetery: Address, opening hours, map, history and graves for a well-prepared visit.
At a glance
- Area
- 34.37 ha
- Established
- 1842
- District
- Wohlgelegen
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 municipal cemetery with a broad arcaded entrance building, mature trees, ceremony hall, crematorium, honorary sections and many graves of people who shaped Mannheim.
The central cemetery opened in 1842 and was extended in several phases to its present size. The historic arcaded building defines the oldest section.
Key details
Mannheim Main Cemetery is in Wohlgelegen. The visitor address is Am Jüdischen Friedhof 1, 68167 Mannheim. Its area is approximately 34.37 hectares.
Information for your visit
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Read the opening hours for Mannheim Main Cemetery:
See opening hours for visiting times and guidance on planning your visit.
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Open address and directions, then match the journey to the access information: Administration entrance at Am Jüdischen Friedhof 1, with main and side gates on several sides of the cemetery.
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Use the cemetery map to work from 9 named orientation points. A particular grave still requires its section, row and grave number.
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Notable graves introduces selected people and memorials associated with Mannheim Main Cemetery, including Friedrich Daniel Bassermann.
Travel snapshot
The Hauptfriedhof stop is near the administration entrance; additional stops serve the northern and eastern sides.
For the ceremony hall, the operator recommends the car park opposite Am Friedhof 29; further parking is available on surrounding streets.
If any part of the visit to Mannheim Main 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
Hauptfriedhof Mannheim in pictures
Selected photographs offer a visual impression of Hauptfriedhof Mannheim.
Ivy-covered brick entrance with three round arches, a rose window and a cross
Planted area with pale stone blocks arranged loosely across it
Colourfully planted burial field with low individual headstones
Further information
About graves
Direct access to the published information about graves.
Frequently asked questions
What is the visitor address?
The address is Am Jüdischen Friedhof 1, 68167 Mannheim. Entrances, public transport and parking are covered under address and directions.
When is Mannheim Main Cemetery open?
Check short-term changes before visiting under opening hours.
Is there an official cemetery map?
For Mannheim Main Cemetery: A directly usable official site plan is not currently available on this page. The interactive map shows the available mapped landmarks.
How do I find a particular grave?
For a search at Mannheim Main 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?
The cemetery has the following grave types: Earth and urn graves; Tree-burial sections; Historic family graves; Honorary and memorial sections; Muslim burial section. The administration provides current availability and fees for Mannheim Main Cemetery.
How do I travel by public transport?
For Mannheim Main Cemetery: The Hauptfriedhof stop is near the administration entrance; additional stops serve the northern and eastern sides.
Can I park at the cemetery?
For Mannheim Main Cemetery: For the ceremony hall, the operator recommends the car park opposite Am Friedhof 29; further parking is available on surrounding streets.
Which notable people are introduced?
Notable graves introduces selected biographies and graves connected with Mannheim Main Cemetery. It is not a complete list of burials.
Who is responsible for the cemetery?
Mannheim Cemeteries is responsible for Mannheim Main Cemetery. Contact and appointment information is under cemetery administration.