Stadtgottesacker, Halle

Name: Stadtgottesacker
Address: Halle, Germany
Telephone: +49 345 2021172

#27 among attractions in Halle

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Facts and practical information

The Stadtgottesacker is a cemetery complex in the city of Halle an der Saale. It was built from 1557 onwards on the model of the Italian Camposanto complexes and is considered a Renaissance masterpiece north of the Alps.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°28'57"N, 11°58'39"E

Address

Stadtbezirk Mitte (Nördliche Innenstadt)Halle Germany

Contact

+49 345 2021172

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Moritzburg, Marktkirche Unser Lieben Frauen, Handel House, Wilhelm Friedemann Bach House.

0.7 miNW
Art museum in a modern castle conversion
Moritzburg, Halle
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Halle, Germany, Moritzburg presents itself as a cultural beacon and a historical treasure. This museum, housed in a formidable Renaissance castle, offers visitors an insightful glimpse into the artistic and historical narratives of the region.
0.4 miW
Church, Gothic architecture, Historical place
Marktkirche Unser Lieben Frauen, Halle
11 min walk • The Marktkirche Unser Lieben Frauen, nestled in the heart of Halle, Germany, is an architectural gem and a beacon of the city's rich history. This imposing church, also known simply as the Marktkirche, is a prominent feature of Halle's market square and a must-visit...
~1710 ftW
Monuments and statues
Handel House, Halle
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Halle, Germany, Handel House is a cultural gem that beckons music enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This museum is dedicated to the life and works of George Frideric Handel, the Baroque composer who was born in this very house in 1685.
0.5 miW
Museum, Civic center
Wilhelm Friedemann Bach House, Halle
14 min walk • The Wilhelm Friedemann Bach House, nestled in the heart of Halle, Germany, is a historical gem dedicated to the life and legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach's eldest son. This Baroque composer, known for his musical ingenuity, is celebrated within the walls of this...
0.8 miNW
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Botanical Garden, Halle
22 min walk • The Botanische Garten der Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg is an arboretum and botanical garden maintained by the University of Halle-Wittenberg.
1.3 miNW
Museum, History museum
Landesmuseum für Vorgeschichte, Halle
33 min walk • The State Museum of Prehistory in Halle is the archaeological museum of the German state of Saxony-Anhalt. Founded in Naumburg in 1819, it was moved to Halle in 1825, and within Halle to its present location in 1918. Its collection, comprising more than 15 million items, is among the most extensive and important in Germany.
0.8 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Halloren- und Salinemuseum, Halle
20 min walk • The Technical Hallors and Saline Museum was founded in the buildings of the former Royal Prussian Saline, Halle upon Saale in 1967. Hallors had been members of a brotherhood of salt producers.
0.4 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Halle Opera House, Halle
11 min walk • The Halle Opera House is an opera house in Halle, Saxony-Anhalt. Originally named the Halle Town Theatre, the theatre was built in 1886. A bomb attack on 31 March 1945 destroyed much of the original building. Restorative work ensued a few years later, and the theatre reopened in 1951 under the name Landestheater Halle.
0.4 miNW
Theater
Kulturinsel Halle, Halle
11 min walk • The Kulturinsel Halle is a building and cultural complex in Halle. In addition to the Neues Theater Halle, it houses the Puppentheater Halle, the studio, the "Schaufenster" and a library.
0.4 miSW
Historical place, History museum, Universities and schools
Francke Foundations, Halle
10 min walk • The Francke Foundations, also known as Glauchasche Anstalten were founded in 1695 in Halle, Germany as a Christian, social and educational work by August Hermann...
0.4 miW
51°28'49"N • 11°58'6"E
Beatles Museum, Halle
11 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Stadtgottesacker?

Nearby attractions include Fahnenmonument, Halle (4 min walk), Leipziger Straße, Halle (5 min walk), Old Town Hall, Halle (7 min walk), Galerie Zaglmaier, Halle (9 min walk).

How to get to Stadtgottesacker by public transport?

The nearest stations to Stadtgottesacker:

Bus

Magdeburger Straße • Lines: 353 (6 min walk)
Joliot-Curie-Platz • Lines: 97 (7 min walk)

Tram

Magdeburger Straße • Lines: 12, 2, 5 (6 min walk)
Joliot-Curie-Platz • Lines: 1, 10, 2, 5 (7 min walk)

Train

Halle Hauptbahnhof (14 min walk)
Halle Steintorbrücke (18 min walk)