Alter St.-Matthäus-Kirchhof, Berlin

Name: Alter St.-Matthäus-Kirchhof
Address: Grossgoerschenstr. 12, Berlin, 10829, Germany
Telephone: +49 30 781 1850

#166 among attractions in Berlin

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Facts and practical information

Alter St.-Matthäus-Kirchhof is a cemetery in Schöneberg, Berlin, Germany. It was established in 1856 by the Protestant parish of St. Matthew. It is known for its interment of the Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, folklore tellers of "Cinderella", "The Frog Prince", "Hansel and Gretel", "Rapunzel", "Rumpelstiltskin", and "Snow White"; Rudolf Virchow, variously known as "father of modern pathology", "father of modern medicine" or "father of social medicine"; Talat Pasha, and Claus von Stauffenberg, a German Army officer who almost assassinated Adolf Hitler. As for Stauffenberg, his corpse was exhumed by the SS on 22 July 1944, the day after his burial, and cremated to remove any traces of him. His tombstone, however, remains intact. ()

Local name: Alter St.-Matthäus-Kirchhof Berlin Coordinates: 52°29'23"N, 13°22'2"E

Address

Grossgoerschenstr. 12Tempelhof-Schöneberg (Schöneberg)Berlin 10829 Germany

Contact

+49 30 781 1850

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Day trips

Alter St.-Matthäus-Kirchhof – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: German Museum of Technology, Viktoriapark, Kreuzberg, Tom's Bar.

0.6 miNE
Museum of vehicles, science and technology
German Museum of Technology, Berlin
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the German Museum of Technology (Deutsches Technikmuseum) stands as a testament to the nation's rich heritage in engineering and innovation. This sprawling museum, which opened its doors to the public in 1982, is dedicated to preserving...
0.6 miE
Green space with hilltop monument
Viktoriapark, Berlin
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin’s Kreuzberg district, Viktoriapark offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This state park, known for its picturesque landscapes and historical significance, is a favorite among both locals and tourists.
0.6 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Kreuzberg, Berlin
16 min walk • Kreuzberg, often referred to as the heart of Berlin's counterculture, is a dynamic district renowned for its vibrant street art, diverse population, and bustling nightlife. Situated in the central area of Berlin, Germany, Kreuzberg is not a hill as one might expect...
0.9 miNW
Dancing, Nightlife
Tom's Bar, Berlin
25 min walk • Tom's Bar is a popular gay bar in the Schöneberg locality of Berlin, Germany.
0.6 miE
Memorial, Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Nationaldenkmal, Berlin
16 min walk • The Nationaldenkmal, also known as the National Monument for the Liberation Wars, is a historical edifice located in Berlin, Germany. Erected in the early 19th century, this monument stands as a testament to the victories in the wars against Napoleonic rule and a...
0.9 miE
Theater
Mehringhof Theater, Berlin
23 min walk • Mehringhof is a socialized building complex in Kreuzberg, Berlin, designed as a center for alternative activities. As of 1991, it hosted 38 projects, including a theater, an electronics collective, a printing collective, and a school for adults.
1 miNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Tempodrom, Berlin
26 min walk • The Tempodrom is a multi-purpose event venue in Berlin. Founded by Irene Moessinger, it opened in 1980 next to the Berlin Wall on the west side of Potsdamer Platz, housed in a large circus tent.
1.2 miE
52°29'21"N • 13°23'41"E
Markthalle Tegel, Berlin
30 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Farmer's market
1.2 miNW
Monuments and statues
Arc de 124, Berlin
30 min walk • Arc de 124,5° is an outdoor sculpture by the French conceptual artist Bernar Venet, installed in Tempelhof-Schöneberg, Berlin, Germany.
1.1 miW
City hall, Architecture
City Hall, Berlin
27 min walk • Rathaus Schöneberg is the city hall for the borough of Tempelhof-Schöneberg in Berlin. From 1949 until 1990 it served as the seat of the state senate of West Berlin and from 1949 until 1991 as the seat of the Governing Mayor.
0.8 miNE
Bridge
Anhalter Steg, Berlin
22 min walk • The Anhalter Steg is a footbridge over the Landwehr Canal between the Möckern and Schoneberg Bridges, in Kreuzberg, on the southern side of Berlin city centre. Opened in February 2001, it links the German Museum of Technology with the Hallesches Ufer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Alter St.-Matthäus-Kirchhof?

Nearby attractions include Schwerbelastungskörper, Berlin (12 min walk), Viktoriapark, Berlin (15 min walk), Kreuzberg, Berlin (16 min walk), Nationaldenkmal, Berlin (16 min walk).

How to get to Alter St.-Matthäus-Kirchhof by public transport?

The nearest stations to Alter St.-Matthäus-Kirchhof:

Metro

U Yorckstraße • Lines: U7 (7 min walk)
U Kleistpark • Lines: U7 (8 min walk)

Train

Berlin Südkreuz (24 min walk)
U Möckernbrücke (24 min walk)

Bus

S Bahnhof Südkreuz (24 min walk)