Ohlsdorf Cemetery Guided Tour

A guided stroll through one of the largest cemeteries in the world

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Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 2 hours

On this guided walking tour, you'll have the opportunity to explore the grounds of the Ohlsdorf Cemetery. Encompassing four million square yards, the cemetery is one of the largest in the world and contains the graves of more than one million people.

As your guide leads you through the cemetery, you'll come across chapels, memorials and mausoleums among the many graves, which are surrounded by scenic ponds and foliage. You'll also have a chance to see the burial places of famous Germans including playwright Wolfgang Borchert, actor Hans Albers and physicist Heinrich Hertz.

Why Visit

  • Opportunity to visit the world's largest rural cemetery
  • Graves of famous Germans including Hans Albers
  • Insights into burial culture and landscape gardening

What's included

  • Guide services

Restrictions

  • Arrive at least 10 minutes before the start time.

Languages spoken by guide

German

Additional information

This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Participants should be able to walk for two hours.

Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

You must be 18 years or older, or be accompanied by an adult, to book.

Operated by Stattreisen Hamburg e.V.

Location

Meeting point

Ohlsdorf, Hamburg
Meet your guide by the cemetery's main entrance at bus stop 170/270. Your guide will be carrying a 'Stattreisen Hamburg' sign.

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