Fovrfeld Gravlund, Esbjerg

Name: Fovrfeld Gravlund
Address: Esbjerg, Denmark

#23 among attractions in Esbjerg

Cemetery

Gallery (1)

Map

Map

Facts and practical information

Fovrfeld Gravlund is a central cemetery located on Gravlundvej in Esbjerg, named after the burial ground.

It is known for certain that 271 Commonwealth pilots, 26 USAF pilots and one from Poland are buried here. The number of Germans is not known. In 1948, the 26 Americans were returned to the USA for reburial.

Five Central Cemeteries were established in Denmark during World War II at the instigation of the Germans.

Coordinates: 55°29'31"N, 8°24'56"E

Address

Esbjerg Denmark

ContactAdd

Social media

Add

Esbjerg

Day trips

Fovrfeld Gravlund – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Men at Sea, Fisheries and Maritime Museum, Sædden Church, Treenighedskirken.

~1760 ftSW
Huge landmark with 4 seated figures
Men at Sea, Esbjerg
9 min walk • The "Men at Sea" is a striking sculpture that graces the coastline of Esbjerg, Denmark, symbolizing the city's maritime heritage and its enduring relationship with the sea. This imposing work of art consists of four colossal white figures, each measuring an impressive...
~1310 ftSW
Museum, Natural history museum, Specialty museum
Fisheries and Maritime Museum, Esbjerg
7 min walk • The Fisheries and Maritime Museum, nestled in the coastal city of Esbjerg, Denmark, is a beacon of the country's seafaring legacy. Established to illuminate the historical relationship between the Danish people and the surrounding seas, this museum is an enthralling...
0.6 miNW
Church
Sædden Church, Esbjerg
16 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Esbjerg, Denmark, Sædden Church stands as a modern beacon of spirituality and community. This contemporary church, characterized by its simple yet striking architecture, offers a place of worship and reflection for the city's residents...
1.4 miSE
Church
Treenighedskirken, Esbjerg
37 min walk • Treenighedskirken, or the Trinity Church, stands as a beacon of faith in the bustling city of Esbjerg, Denmark. This architectural gem, dedicated to the Holy Trinity, is a testament to the spiritual heritage of the city and serves as a central place of worship for the...
1.3 miSE
55°28'43"N • 8°26'17"E
Svømmestadion Danmark, Esbjerg
33 min walk • Watersports, Water park, Swimming pool
1.3 miS
Museum
Lightship Museum, Esbjerg
33 min walk • Nestled in the coastal city of Esbjerg, Denmark, the Lightship Museum stands as a beacon of maritime heritage and history. This floating museum, housed within a retired lightship, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the life and duties of seafarers who once guided...
1.1 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Blue Water Dokken, Esbjerg
29 min walk • Blue Water Dokken is a multi-purpose indoor arena in Esbjerg, Denmark. Its best known tenant is the women's handball club Team Esbjerg, one of the top teams of the Danish championship, that also regularly plays in Europe, having reached the EHF Cup final in 2014.
1.1 miSE
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Blue Water Arena, Esbjerg
30 min walk • The Esbjerg Stadium, known as the Blue Water Arena for sponsorship reasons, is a football stadium located within Esbjerg Idrætspark in Esbjerg, Denmark. It is the home ground of Esbjerg fB and has a capacity of 16,942, of which 11,451 is seated. It is currently the second-biggest stadium in Jutland, and the fourth-biggest in Denmark.
1.1 miSE
Hockey, Sport venue, Sport
Granly Hockey Arena, Esbjerg
28 min walk • Granly Hockey Arena is an ice hockey arena located in Esbjerg, Denmark. The arena opened in 1974 and has a capacity of 4,200 people. Its primary tenant is Esbjerg IK. The arena has been home to the ice hockey club Esbjerg Elite Ishockey since 2005.
1.2 miE
Universities and schools
Aalborg University, Esbjerg
31 min walk • Aalborg University is a Danish public university with campuses in Aalborg, Esbjerg, and Copenhagen founded in 1974. The university awards bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, and PhD degrees in a wide variety of subjects within humanities, social sciences, information technology, design, engineering, exact sciences, and medicine.
0.8 miNW
Neighbourhood
Sædding, Esbjerg
21 min walk • Sædding is a district of Esbjerg in southwest Jutland, Denmark, some 5 km northwest of the centre and 5 km southeast of Hjerting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fovrfeld Gravlund?

Nearby attractions include Fisheries and Maritime Museum, Esbjerg (7 min walk), Men at Sea, Esbjerg (9 min walk), Sædden Church, Esbjerg (16 min walk), Sædding, Esbjerg (21 min walk).

How to get to Fovrfeld Gravlund by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fovrfeld Gravlund:

Bus

Enggårdsvej v Eng Allé • Lines: 12 (6 min walk)
Tarphagevej v Fiskeri- og Søfartsmuseet • Lines: 1A, 2A (6 min walk)