Zehlendorf Forest Cemetery, cemetery in Berlin, Germany
Zehlendorf Forest Cemetery is a burial ground in southwestern Berlin surrounded by fir, oak, and birch trees, with straight and curved paths guiding visitors through different sections. The site consists of meadow and forest areas, with roughly one-third remaining as natural woodland.
The cemetery was established in the 1930s and redesigned after World War II between 1945 and 1947 under landscape designer Herta Hammerbacher. In 1953, a section was added for Italian soldiers who died in Berlin during the war.
The cemetery's name reflects its forest setting and it has long served the community as a place of remembrance. Visitors can find graves of artists, politicians, and cultural figures from Berlin, connecting the site to the city's history and identity.
The cemetery has two entrances, one from 1950 on Potsdamer Chaussee and another from 1959 on Wasgensteig, allowing ample time to explore and walk through different sections. There are no shops or large facilities inside, so visitors should come prepared for their own needs.
The grounds are notable for holding graves of several Berlin postwar mayors, including Willy Brandt, as well as artists and architects who shaped the city's appearance. This cluster of graves creates an unexpected pathway through Berlin's modern and cultural history.
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