Westfriedhof, Cemetery and cultural heritage monument in Nuremberg, Germany
Westfriedhof is a large cemetery in Nuremberg set within park-like grounds, containing approximately 40,000 grave spaces across its expanse. The main entrance features a neo-baroque portal from 1878, with a mortuary building from 1884 standing nearby.
The cemetery opened in 1880 to serve Nuremberg as it expanded and required a larger burial ground. The neo-baroque portal and mortuary building were constructed in the late 1870s and 1880s to meet these growing needs.
The cemetery follows English landscape garden principles, with trees, pathways, and quiet corners creating a park-like setting that blends remembrance with nature. Visitors experience how the grounds encourage reflection and peaceful walks through the grounds.
The cemetery has a main entrance and multiple sections that are accessible for walking and exploration. Visitors should allow time to wander through the grounds, as the expanse can take a while to navigate comfortably.
A bronze memorial statue titled 'Trauernde Noris' by Philipp Kittler was placed here in 1923 and marks a focal point for remembrance across the grounds. Few visitors notice this work initially, yet it adds a layer of meaning to the cemetery's overall purpose.
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