Friedhof Perlach

Friedhof Perlach is a cemetery in Munich's Perlach district with well-maintained grave sections and traditional Bavarian design. The grounds contain different areas for various burial types, with numerous monuments and stone markers arranged along quiet paths.

The cemetery opened in 1900 as Munich expanded rapidly and required new burial grounds for its growing population. Its establishment reflects the urban growth taking place across Bavaria during that period.

The cemetery serves as a place of remembrance where Munich residents gather to honor their deceased, with pathways winding past stones inscribed with family names spanning generations. The plants and decorations left on graves show how people maintain their connections to loved ones across time.

The cemetery is located at Putzbrunner Straße and is easily accessible by Munich's public transportation system. Visitors should wear respectful clothing and follow marked paths to maintain the peaceful atmosphere of the grounds.

The cemetery contains war graves that are maintained permanently as memorials to fallen soldiers and stand apart from other burial sites. These graves are never reused, preserving memory of historical events from the 20th century.

Location: Munich

Official opening: 1900

Address: Putzbrunner Straße 51

Website: https://muenchen.de/rathaus/Stadtverwaltung/Referat-fuer-Gesundheit-und-Umwelt/Friedhof_und_Bestattung/SFM/Friedhoefe/Friedhof_Perlach.html

GPS coordinates: 48.09843,11.64166

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:26