Schönhauser Allee Jewish Cemetery

The Schönhauser Allee cemetery is a burial ground containing tens of thousands of graves closely arranged beneath large trees across several hectares. The site offers a quiet place to walk under the canopy of maples, lindens, and chestnuts that shade the grounds.

Founded in 1827, the cemetery served as Berlin's principal Jewish burial site for 50 years before another cemetery opened to meet growing needs. This role as an early burial ground gave it significance in documenting the Jewish presence in the city.

The cemetery holds graves of individuals who left a lasting mark on Berlin's artistic, musical, and business worlds through their professional achievements. Walking through the rows provides a window into the lives of people who shaped different aspects of the city's character.

The grounds are accessible on foot and offer enough space to walk without feeling rushed. Plan your visit during daylight hours, as this is a cemetery that deserves respectful behavior.

A special path called Totenpfad runs along the cemetery wall and was created at the request of a former Prussian king for funeral processions. This path is an unusual feature that reflects the long history of cooperation between authorities and the community.

Location: Pankow

Website: https://berlin.de/sehenswuerdigkeiten/3561204-3558930-juedischer-friedhof-schoenhauser-allee.html

GPS coordinates: 52.53445,13.41459

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:42