Altona Main Cemetery, Historical cemetery in Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany.

Altona Main Cemetery is a large burial ground in Bahrenfeld with numerous graves, sculptural monuments, and wide pathways lined by mature trees. The space resembles a park with planted gardens and shaded avenues.

Altona Main Cemetery was planned from 1913 by garden director Ferdinand Tutenberg as a central cemetery replacing the small churchyards. Construction began in spring 1920; the first burial took place on 2 October 1923, before the official opening on 1 November 1923, when mayor Bernhard Schnackenburg spoke. It has been a protected monument since 2013.

The burial ground displays gravestones and memorials that reflect craftsmanship and artistic traditions across different periods. Walking through the paths, visitors notice varied grave designs and inscriptions that speak to family bonds and remembrance.

The grounds are easy to reach on foot and pathways are clearly marked for navigation. There are quiet spots for resting and plenty of space for leisurely walks year-round.

The burial ground shelters diverse plant and animal life, with old tree stands and plant species rarely seen elsewhere in the city. This natural diversity makes the place more than just a cemetery.