Melaten Cemetery

Serter Yavuz★★★★★★★★★★5.0a month ago

A true hidden gem of Cologne Peaceful, historic, and full of stunning sculptures and atmosphere. Absolutely worth visiting.

Maz Vxr★★★★★★★★★★5.0a year ago

As soon as I entered the cemetery, birdsong filled the air. Nature has been lucky to enjoy this haven of tranquility. Several red squirrels darted across my path as I walked. The beautiful greenery and impressive monuments made this a "must see" while I was in Cologne. I spent about two hours wandering around and enjoying the serenity of this amazing place. Highly recommended.

Daphne★★★★★★★★★★5.05 months ago

Huge, quiet cemetery with wildlife like birds (even parakeets in the trees) and squirrels!

MAnA M★★★★★★★★★★5.012 months ago

Melaten Cemetery – A Place of Rest, History, and Natural Beauty in the heart of Cologne. Melaten is the central cemetery of Cologne, first mentioned in historical records in 1243. Over the centuries, it has developed into a vast park-like area that serves not only as a resting place for the deceased but also as a peaceful retreat for visitors. It holds the graves of many notable residents, from prominent historical figures to influential local personalities. Located in the northern part of the Lindenthal district, Melaten is bordered by Aachener Straße to the south, Piusstraße to the east, Oskar-Jäger-Straße and Melatengürtel to the west, and Weinsbergstraße to the north. Spanning 435,000 square meters, it is the largest cemetery in Cologne and, as of 2008, had over 55,000 graves. There are five main entrances. With its wide variety of trees and lush greenery, Melaten has the charm of a serene, almost heavenly park. It’s home to many species of birds and friendly squirrels, making it a beautiful spot for quiet reflection and nature observation. It’s quite fascinating to watch them roam freely around and explore, play and sometimes even observing the visitors! Pets are not allowed—dogs and cats are strictly prohibited. However, visitors will find several conveniences: restrooms, maps at every entrance, watering cans and stations for tending to graves, and both bio and regular waste bins throughout the grounds. Melaten is also easy to reach by public transport, especially via Aachener Straße, making it both a tranquil and accessible destination.

Diana-Oana Cristea-Vint★★★★★★★★★★5.0a year ago

Beautiful cemetery, very big, but it's a lovely walk, it took us an hour and a half to find the grim reaper statue, but we found it eventually.