Handschuhsheim Cemetery, Cemetery in Handschuhsheim district, Heidelberg, Germany.
The cemetery spans across 60,500 square meters of land at Zum Steinberg 16, featuring stone pathways and memorial sections for different communities.
Established in 1843, the cemetery represents a significant development period in Heidelberg's urban expansion during the nineteenth century industrial growth.
The cemetery contains 24 memorial stones and monuments that document the lives of local residents through various architectural and sculptural elements.
The cemetery management office, operated by Stadt Heidelberg, maintains records of all burial sites and provides assistance with genealogical research.
The cemetery includes specialized sections with photographed documentation of 88 percent of its grave sites, enabling detailed historical and family research.
Location: Heidelberg
Official opening: 1843
Operator: Stadt Heidelberg
GPS coordinates: 49.43280,8.68694
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:07
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