Plan a cemetery walk
Leipzig South Cemetery has several precisely located cultural, architectural or biographical points that can inform a self-planned visit. They are presented as independent subjects, not as a prescribed sequence.
- Reserve Infantry Regiment No. 245
- Black pine
- Christian Fürchtegott Gellert: 1715–1769.
- Chapel complex: The area-object centre marks the complex built from 1907 to 1909, comprising the Great, East and West funeral halls, columbarium and crematorium; its bell tower is 63 metres high.
- Victims of tyranny
- Urn grove
- Lene Voigt: 1891–1962.
These are independent orientation points. Find them on the map below; the information defines no order, distance or duration.
Arrival and orientation
The visitor address is Friedhofsweg 3, 04299 Leipzig.
- Information-centre access 1: The entrance is accessible on foot and by wheelchair.
- West Gate: The entrance is accessible on foot and by wheelchair.
- South Gate: Not wheelchair accessible.
- Völkerschlachtdenkmal
- An der Tabaksmühle
- Naunhofer Straße
- Südfriedhof
The following public transport connections serve the cemetery: Tram 15 to Völkerschlachtdenkmal; Tram 2 to Naunhofer Straße or Völkerschlachtdenkmal; Bus 70 to An der Tabaksmühle; S-Bahn S1/S3 to Völkerschlachtdenkmal.
The following parking options are available: Visitor parking at the eastern access.
The address and directions page brings the travel information together. Entrances, public-transport stops and parking places support arrival; they are not presented as cultural or biographical subjects.
Infrastructure on the grounds
- Toilets by the information centre
- West toilets
- East toilets
- Water point: Not drinking water.
- Water filling point: Not drinking water.
Infrastructure markers indicate position only. If access to a facility is essential, ask City of Leipzig, Cemeteries Department whether it will be available at the intended time.
Visiting framework
| Period | Cemetery access |
|---|---|
| April–October | 07:00–21:00 |
| November–March | 08:00–18:00 |
Use this information to choose when to visit and keep the relevant exit in mind. A particular grave cannot be inferred from the points above; obtain its section, row and grave number first.
Visit respectfully
Remain on paths intended for visitors at Leipzig South Cemetery, keep clear of funerals and personal farewells, and do not touch monuments or planting. Photograph other people only with their consent. For a short-notice practical question, contact City of Leipzig, Cemeteries Department.