Romantikerfriedhof Maria Enzersdorf, Protected historical cemetery in Maria Enzersdorf, Austria.
Romantikerfriedhof Maria Enzersdorf is a protected cemetery in Austria that features a chapel built in 1785, multiple burial sections, and a large wooden crucifix carved by local artisan Hans Terzer. The grounds document the burial of figures who played roles in Vienna's intellectual life.
The cemetery was established in 1784 when Maria Enzersdorf became an independent parish and required its own burial ground. Since then, the site has marked the municipal boundary with the neighboring town of Mödling.
The burial ground draws visitors interested in the Romantic period, as it holds graves of notable writers, painters, and thinkers from the 19th century. These final resting places tell of a time when Vienna was a center of artistic and intellectual life.
The cemetery is open daily and offers pathways for exploring the graves and monuments. It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes, as the grounds have gentle slopes and some paths may be uneven.
A marble plaque honors astronomer Maximilian Hell, who founded Vienna University Observatory, though his original grave was later relocated. This memorial remains the only trace of his connection to this place.
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