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Finkenriek Cemetery
Finkenriek Cemetery: Address, opening hours, map, history and graves for a well-prepared visit.
At a glance
- Established
- 1957
- District
- Wilhelmsburg, southern Elbe island
- Mapped places
- 10 precisely located
Visitor information
Prepare your visit
Quick access to the published information for planning a visit.
Address and directions
Visitor address, location and directions.
Learn moreOpening hours
Access hours for the cemetery.
Learn moreCemetery map
Maps and guidance for finding your way around the cemetery grounds.
Learn moreAdministration
Contact details and information about the responsible administration.
Learn moreCharacter and history
A municipal park cemetery with southern and northern grounds on opposite sides of König-Georg-Deich, a chapel and a Muslim washing and prayer building.
Finkenriek opened in 1957. König-Georg-Deich separates the older southern and newer northern grounds. A Muslim burial field and Medine Altiok’s washing and prayer building were added in 2020. The cemetery has belonged to Hamburger Friedhöfe AöR since 1 January 2025.
Key details
Finkenriek Cemetery is in Wilhelmsburg, southern Elbe island. The visitor address is König-Georg-Deich 24, 21109 Hamburg. No area figure is included for Finkenriek Cemetery.
Prepare a visit in four steps
- Read the opening hours for Finkenriek Cemetery: The cemetery is not locked and is accessible throughout the year. Private cars may not be driven onto the grounds.
- Open address and directions, then match the journey to the access information: The official plan shows three entrances serving the two cemetery sections. The interactive map marks one entrance. Use the PDF plan to choose the appropriate access side; the visitor address is König-Georg-Deich 24, 21109 Hamburg.
- Use the cemetery map to work from 10 named orientation points. A particular grave still requires its section, row and grave number.
- No named notable-grave selection is included for Finkenriek Cemetery; ask Hamburger Friedhöfe AöR – Finkenriek Advice Centre about a particular person.
Travel snapshot
The Friedhof Finkenriek (Eingang), Friedhof Finkenriek and Weidendamm bus stops appear on the map. König-Georg-Deich separates the two cemetery parts, so match the stop and entrance to the intended section.
Parking is immediately beside the entrance. Private cars are not permitted on the cemetery paths, so allow for a walk to the grave.
If any part of the visit to Finkenriek Cemetery depends on an appointment, a particular burial section or a short route, use the cemetery administration details before setting out.
Discover the cemetery
History and places
Explore the cemetery’s history, selected places and points of orientation.
Photographic impressions
Friedhof Finkenriek in pictures
Selected photographs offer a visual impression of Friedhof Finkenriek.
Chapel in the southern part of Finkenriek
East–west avenue in the southern cemetery section
Muslim washing and prayer building at Finkenriek
Further information
About graves
Direct access to the published information about graves.
Frequently asked questions
What is the visitor address?
The address is König-Georg-Deich 24, 21109 Hamburg. Entrances, public transport and parking are covered under address and directions.
When is Finkenriek Cemetery open?
The cemetery is not locked and is accessible throughout the year. Private cars may not be driven onto the grounds. Check short-term changes before visiting under opening hours.
Is there an official cemetery map?
The official cemetery layout plan (PDF) shows the northern and southern grounds, burial sections, three entrances, chapel, office, toilet and Muslim washing house. The plan is dated 28 November 2024.
How do I find a particular grave?
For a search at Finkenriek Cemetery, bring the name, dates and ideally the section, row and grave number. The process is set out under grave search.
Which grave types are available?
Coffin and urn burials and Muslim burials in a dedicated section. The Muslim washing and prayer building is part of the site; arrange dates and specific procedures with the advice centre. The administration provides current availability and fees for Finkenriek Cemetery.
How do I travel by public transport?
For Finkenriek Cemetery: The Friedhof Finkenriek (Eingang), Friedhof Finkenriek and Weidendamm bus stops appear on the map. König-Georg-Deich separates the two cemetery parts, so match the stop and entrance to the intended section.
Can I park at the cemetery?
For Finkenriek Cemetery: Parking is immediately beside the entrance. Private cars are not permitted on the cemetery paths, so allow for a walk to the grave.
Who is responsible for the cemetery?
Hamburger Friedhöfe AöR – Finkenriek Advice Centre is responsible for Finkenriek Cemetery. Contact and appointment information is under cemetery administration.