Cemetery in Munich
New Jewish Cemetery
An active Jewish cemetery in Freimann with seasonal opening hours and Saturday closure.
Opening hours
| Period | Cemetery access |
|---|---|
| April–October Sun–Thu | 8 am–5 pm, Fri 8 am–4 pm |
| November–March Sun–Thu | 8 am–4 pm, Fri 8 am–3 pm |
| closed Saturdays and Jewish holidays. Earlier closing may apply before holidays. | |
Address and entrances
Getting here by public transport
U-Bahn U6 to Alte Heide; Bus 50/150 to Zaunweg.
Parking at the cemetery
Street parking is available on designated sections of Ungererstraße east of the cemetery. The cemetery address is Garchinger Straße 37. Use the permitted side of the street and follow signs for parking duration or fees.
Cemetery map and finding your way
Finding a grave
The cemetery administration maintains a plan identifying the individual graves. Ask for a grave location on +49 89 3228246 or +49 174 1728710.
Cemetery administration and contact
Jewish Community of Munich and Upper Bavaria.
Grave types and allocation
Allocation of grave rights
Grave rights are generally intended for Jewish IKG members; advance reservations are not possible.
Resting period
Graves are established in perpetuity and remain the property of the Jewish Community.
Funeral dates and ceremonies
The IKG burial office arranges the interment time with the rabbinical office and the family. Burials take place on days when the cemetery is open. Ask the cemetery administration for the exact time and meeting point.
Grave care and local services
Grave decoration must use natural materials; artificial flowers are not permitted. Changes to a memorial need written permission. The administration may require hazardous, overgrown trees or shrubs to be removed at the expense of those responsible for the burial.
Visiting information and walks
Men and married women wear a head covering when visiting. Tours require advance registration and permission from the community; photography and filming require special permission.
Location profile
History and distinctive features
Burials for the Jewish Community of Munich and Upper Bavaria have taken place at the New Jewish Cemetery since the beginning of the 20th century. The community administers the active grounds and publishes different seasonal visiting hours; the cemetery is closed on Saturdays. Guided tours require prior registration and approval. Men and married women are asked to wear a head covering when visiting.
- Visiting and use
- April–October Sun–Thu 8 am–5 pm, Fri 8 am–4 pm; November–March Sun–Thu 8 am–4 pm, Fri 8 am–3 pm; closed Saturdays