Altstadtfriedhof Mülheim an der Ruhr
Altstadtfriedhof Mülheim an der Ruhr, Historic cemetery in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany.
The cemetery grounds contain numerous monumental structures including stelae, cross installations, and obelisks marking the final resting places of notable citizens.
Established in 1812, the cemetery underwent several expansions between 1835 and 1878 to accommodate the growing population of Mülheim an der Ruhr.
The burial ground includes graves of Russian and Polish forced laborers from World War II, marked with Cyrillic inscriptions within a war memorial section.
Since 1988, the southern section accepts urn burials, and visitors can adopt sponsorships for the maintenance and preservation of historical grave sites.
The cemetery features the family graves of industrial magnates including Thyssen, Stinnes, and Troost, reflecting the region's industrial heritage.
Location: Mülheim an der Ruhr
Website: https://muelheim-ruhr.de/cms/friedhof_altstadt1.html
GPS coordinates: 51.42310,6.88765
Latest update: October 15, 2025 21:42
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