Jacobsfriedhof, Weimar

Name: Jacobsfriedhof
Address: Weimar, Germany

#26 among attractions in Weimar

Baroque architecture, Cemetery

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The Jacobsfriedhof, also known as the Jakobskirchhof, is the oldest extant burial ground in Weimar, Thuringia, Germany, on land round the Jakobskirche. The first burials took place here as early as the 12th century. The burial ground is located in the Jacobsvorstadt, which in the Middle Ages provided accommodation outside the city walls for pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela. ()

Local name: Jacobsfriedhof Weimar Coordinates: 50°58'60"N, 11°19'40"E

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Day trips

Jacobsfriedhof – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadtschloss, Goethes Gartenhaus, Park an der Ilm, Bauhaus-Museum.

~1420 ftSE
Palace, History museum, Forts and castles
Stadtschloss, Weimar
7 min walk • The Stadtschloss Weimar, nestled in the heart of the culturally rich city of Weimar, Germany, is a historical castle that offers visitors a journey through time. This grand structure, which has been a pivotal part of Weimar's landscape, dates back to the early 16th...
0.6 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, Garden
Goethes Gartenhaus, Weimar
17 min walk • Goethe's Garden House in the Park an der Ilm zu Weimar was a place of residence and work of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998 as part of the "Classical Weimar" ensemble.
0.8 miSE
Park
Park an der Ilm, Weimar
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Weimar, Germany, the Park an der Ilm is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This picturesque park, sprawling along the banks of the Ilm River, is a testament to the natural beauty and historical...
~1250 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Bauhaus-Museum, Weimar
7 min walk • The Bauhaus-Museum in Weimar, Germany, stands as a testament to the revolutionary Bauhaus movement that has left a lasting impact on art, design, and architecture worldwide. Founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius, the Bauhaus school merged fine arts with crafts, leading...
0.7 miS
Museum, Historical place, Cemetery
Classical Foundation Weimar, Weimar
19 min walk • The Klassik Stiftung Weimar is one of the largest and most significant cultural institutions in Germany. It owns more than 20 museums, palaces, historic houses and parks, as well as literary and art collections, a number of which are World Heritage Sites.
0.4 miS
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Goethe House, Weimar
11 min walk • The Goethe House is the main house lived in by the writer, poet, and statesman Johann Wolfgang von Goethe whilst in Weimar, Germany, though he did live in several others in the town. The home serves as the main location of the Goethe-Nationalmuseum.
~1360 ftS
Iconic statue of 2 German writers
Goethe–Schiller Monument, Weimar
7 min walk • The original Goethe–Schiller Monument is in Weimar, Germany. It incorporates Ernst Rietschel's 1857 bronze double statue of Johann Wolfgang Goethe and Friedrich Schiller, who are probably the two most revered figures in German literature.
0.4 miS
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Goethe-Nationalmuseum, Weimar
11 min walk • The Goethe-Nationalmuseum is a museum devoted to the German author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, in the town of Weimar in Germany.
~1490 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Deutsches Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar, Weimar
8 min walk • The Deutsche Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar is a German theatre and musical organisation based in Weimar. It is a twin institution, consisting of the theatrical Deutsches Nationaltheater and the symphony orchestra known as the Staatskapelle Weimar.
0.8 miSE
UNESCO-listed Bauhaus building
Haus am Horn, Weimar
21 min walk • The Haus am Horn is a domestic house in Weimar, Germany, designed by Georg Muche. It was built for the Bauhaus Werkschau exhibition which ran from July to September 1923.
~830 ftSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Church of Sts. Peter and Paul, Weimar
5 min walk • The church of St Peter and Paul in Weimar, Germany, is also known as Herderkirche after Johann Gottfried Herder. It is the most important church building of the town, and is called Stadtkirche, opposed to the courtly Schloßkirche.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jacobsfriedhof?

Nearby attractions include Jakobskirche, Weimar (1 min walk), CCN Weimarhalle, Weimar (4 min walk), Church of Sts. Peter and Paul, Weimar (5 min walk), Herderdenkmal, Weimar (5 min walk).

How to get to Jacobsfriedhof by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jacobsfriedhof:

Bus

Friedensstraße/Atrium • Lines: 1, 2, 281, 3, 9 (3 min walk)
Goetheplatz • Lines: 2, 5, 8, 9 (5 min walk)

Train

Weimar (15 min walk)
Weimar Berkaer Bahnhof (17 min walk)