Meersburg-Lerchenberg German military cemetery

Meersburg-Lerchenberg is a war cemetery in Stetten with walls built from shell limestone and a memorial featuring a crown of thorns with a cross designed by Werner Gürtner. The grounds sit on an elevated location and include space for quiet reflection.

Established in 1938, this cemetery holds the remains of 69 German soldiers from World War I who died during medical treatment or prisoner exchanges in Switzerland. It was created during a period when many nations were identifying and honoring their fallen.

The memorial wall displays names of 70 countries where German soldiers fell or went missing during both World Wars. Visitors can reflect on how far the conflicts of that era reached across the world.

The cemetery is located roughly 200 meters northeast of Haltnau wine estate and is accessible by car from Stetten. It also connects to the Lake Constance circular trail for walkers and cyclists.

From this elevated position, visitors see Lake Constance, peaks of the Vorarlberg mountains, Constance city, and Mainau Island all in a single panoramic view. This vista makes the location feel connected to the wider region.

Location: Stetten

GPS coordinates: 47.68446,9.29222

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:44