Auferstehungsfriedhof, Historical cemetery in Pankow, Germany.
The Auferstehungsfriedhof is a cemetery in Pankow with a Neo-Gothic chapel and a central avenue lined with trees that create a park-like environment. Deciduous trees grow throughout the grounds, providing shade and structure to the pathways.
The cemetery was founded in 1899 and became the final resting place of Peter Fechter, one of the most recognized victims of the Berlin Wall. His grave serves as a reminder of the tragic events during Germany's division.
The cemetery was established by the Evangelical Resurrection Community and serves as a burial ground for people of different faiths and backgrounds. The inclusive approach of the community remains visible today in how the grounds welcome visitors from all walks of life.
The cemetery is easy to explore on foot, with pathways clearly laid out and trees providing natural landmarks for orientation. Visitors should allow time to walk the grounds and locate graves of notable individuals at their own pace.
The cemetery holds the graves of Alexander Schalck-Golodkowski, an influential GDR economic official, and Bishop Gottfried Forck of the Evangelical Church. These two figures represent both the political and spiritual dimensions of East German history.
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