Leipzig South Cemetery

The Leipzig South Cemetery is a heritage cemetery and park in Probstheida that covers more than 80 hectares of gently rolling land. The paths wind through rows of old trees, forming a network that resembles the veins of a linden leaf when viewed from above.

The site opened in 1886 under Mayor Carl Bruno Tröndlin and originally covered 54 hectares. After the Second World War, the grounds expanded to their present size to meet the growing needs of the city.

Local residents often visit the site for walks, treating it as a green space where they can reflect or simply enjoy nature in a quiet setting. The grounds serve both as a place of remembrance and as a refuge for anyone seeking calm within the city.

Visitors can explore the grounds on their own and should wear sturdy shoes, as some paths are uneven. The site is freely accessible and suitable for longer walks, especially in spring and autumn.

Around 10,000 rhododendrons grow across the grounds and create splashes of color between the graves in late spring. Rare trees such as sweetgum, dawn redwood, and several old ginkgos also thrive here.

Location: Leipzig

Location: Probstheida

Inception: 1879

Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture

Address: Friedhofsweg 3

Website: https://leipzig.de/freizeit-kultur-und-tourismus/parks-waelder-und-friedhoefe/friedhoefe/suedfriedhof

GPS coordinates: 51.30920,12.41250

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:29