Trinitatis Cemetery

Trinitatis Cemetery is a burial ground in Dresden's Johannstadt area containing numerous graves and monuments from different historical periods. The grounds span a substantial area with a diverse collection of tombstones and stone monuments in various architectural styles.

The burial ground was established in 1816 following the closure of the earlier Johannisfriedhof cemetery and was designed by court architect Gottlob Friedrich Thormeyer. A major expansion took place in 1834 to accommodate the growing city's needs.

The cemetery shapes the character of the Johannstadt district with its graves and monuments spanning different eras. Visitors encounter burial sites of notable figures like painter Caspar David Friedrich and sculptor Ernst Rietschel, who influenced Dresden's cultural life.

The cemetery opens daily at 8 AM and closes seasonally between 4:30 PM in winter and 8 PM in summer. Plan your visit to allow adequate time for walking and exploring the grounds at a comfortable pace.

The burial ground sits directly beside the ruins of Trinitatiskirche, the church building severely damaged during 1945. The damaged structure was later transformed into a youth center, giving the location a distinctive historical presence.

Location: Dresden

Opening Hours: January: 08:00-16:30; February: 08:00-17:00; March: 08:00-18:00; April: 08:00-19:00; May-August: 08:00-20:00; September: 08:00-19:00; October: 08:00-18:00; November: 08:00-17:00; December: 08:00-16:30

GPS coordinates: 51.05470,13.77250

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:42