Leonhardsfriedhof

The Leonhardsfriedhof is a cemetery and cultural heritage monument in Schwäbisch Gmünd featuring two chapels of different architectural styles and extensive burial grounds with numerous historical monuments. The grounds are structured around a central pond, with maintained pathways providing clear orientation throughout the site.

The cemetery was first mentioned in 1477 and gained importance when plague in 1542 required major expansion. After inner-city cemeteries closed in 1804, it became the main burial place for the town.

The cemetery reflects the religious and social history of the town, with two chapels representing different periods of church architecture. Visitors can discover burial sites of craftspeople, merchants, and clergy who shaped community life over centuries.

The cemetery is located between Bundesstraße 29 and Remsbahn railway, with parking available behind timber-framed houses. The well-maintained pathways are easy to walk, allowing for a peaceful visit.

The Leonhardskirche chapel received baroque stucco work by Laurentin Hieber between 1776 and 1779, which defines the interior today. This transformation still showcases 18th-century craftsmanship through fine ornamental details.