Bergsteigerfriedhof Johnsbach, Alpine cemetery in Johnsbach, Austria.
The cemetery sits at the base of the Gesäuse mountain range and holds graves of climbers who died during mountain expeditions. The site is modest in scale with numerous memorial stones nestled into the natural landscape of the valley.
The cemetery began in the early 1900s when mountain climbing in the Alps expanded and climbing accidents increased. Over the decades it became the primary memorial site for those lost to alpine tragedies in the surrounding region.
The graves reflect how climbers were deeply connected to the mountains as both their passion and their workplace. Walking among the stones shows the respect the local community holds for those who pursued their calling in high places.
The site sits in hilly terrain and is easily accessible on foot but offers little shade during summer months. Visitors should wear proper footwear as the ground is uneven and paths between graves can be narrow.
From the site begins the Bible trail, a walking path with thirteen chapels featuring religious artworks that winds through the valley. This route connects remembrance of the deceased with spiritual contemplation amid the mountain scenery.
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