Around graves have been resting behind the ivy-covered cemetery walls for quite some time โฆ The cemetery in Bogenhausen has been there since the ninth century. It was originally used as a place of rest for long-established families in the district of Bogenhausen. The cemetery was then completely redesigned in the midth century and quickly became the burial place of choice for artists, scientists, politicians and other personalities.
The cemetery in Bogenhausen is therefore seen as a reflection of cultural and spiritual history in Munich and Germany โ despite its minute size. You have to meet certain criteria to be buried here. For example, you must have lived in certain districts of Munch for at least 30 years, and great services to the city are obviously a bonus.
The graves have a simple design, and the floral decorations are discreet and stylish. A stone angel looks sadly at both gravestones with a shawl of grey roses. Around 35, graves can be found across 30 hectares of land. The most characteristic building is the noble white domed structure with high pillars and a green roof by St. This is where funeral services are held. Behind this building, winding paths take visitors past fountains, benches and representative graves.
The nicest aspect of the Ostfriedhof is the amount of densely planted trees that give the place a very green and relaxed feel. The distinguishing feature of the Nordfriedhof north cemetery is a striking octagonal domed structure with several turrets. Even from a distance, walkers can make out the warm yellow tones of the funeral parlour on Ungererstrasse in Schwabing.
Two sphinxes โ hybrid creatures formed from a rooster and a lion โ have been missing from the entrance area since Stonemasons are now creating faithful reproductions of the original sphinxes.
