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Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery
Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery: Address, opening hours, map, history and graves for a well-prepared visit.
At a glance
- Area
- 26 ha
- Established
- Established in 1923
- District
- Mainz-Mombach, beside Lennebergwald
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 moreKey details
Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery is in Mainz-Mombach, beside Lennebergwald. The visitor address is Am Waldfriedhof, 55120 Mainz. Its area is approximately 26 hectares.
Cemetery character
At 26 hectares, Mombach forest cemetery is an extensive site with varied grave types. Alongside tree and woodland graves, it has a columbarium, an ash-scattering meadow and an option for human-and-animal burial.
Prepare a visit in four steps
- Read the opening hours for Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery: 1 February–31 March 07:15–19:00; 1 April–31 August 07:00–20:00; 1 September–2 November 07:00–18:00; 3 November–31 January 08:00–17:00.
- Open address and directions, then match the journey to the access information: Pedestrian gate 1 is mapped as a concrete entrance; a complete entrance list is not available here.
- Use the cemetery map to work from 9 named orientation points. A particular grave still requires its section, row and grave number.
- Notable graves introduces selected people and memorials associated with Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery, including Ludwig Berger.
Travel snapshot
Waldfriedhof stop is beside the grounds. Check the direction and platform before travelling; the cemetery name is also used for the stop area.
A public car park is mapped near visitor access. Plan the trip to Am Waldfriedhof; neighbouring customer parking is not automatically available to cemetery visitors.
If any part of the visit to Mainz-Mombach Forest 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
Waldfriedhof Mainz-Mombach in pictures
Selected photographs offer a visual impression of Waldfriedhof Mainz-Mombach.
Further information
About graves
Direct access to the published information about graves.
Frequently asked questions
What is the visitor address?
The address is Am Waldfriedhof, 55120 Mainz. Entrances, public transport and parking are covered under address and directions.
When is Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery open?
1 February–31 March 07:15–19:00; 1 April–31 August 07:00–20:00; 1 September–2 November 07:00–18:00; 3 November–31 January 08:00–17:00. Check short-term changes before visiting under opening hours.
Is there an official cemetery map?
Use Official cemetery plan for orientation.
How do I find a particular grave?
For a search at Mainz-Mombach Forest 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?
The operator lists tree, coffin, communal, lawn, urn and woodland graves and columbaria. Further options include ash scattering, shroud burial and human-and-animal burial. Maintenance responsibilities, terms and arrangements for additional burials differ; ask the administration about the specific option. The administration provides current availability and fees for Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery.
How do I travel by public transport?
For Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery: Waldfriedhof stop is beside the grounds. Check the direction and platform before travelling; the cemetery name is also used for the stop area.
Can I park at the cemetery?
For Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery: A public car park is mapped near visitor access. Plan the trip to Am Waldfriedhof; neighbouring customer parking is not automatically available to cemetery visitors.
Which notable people are introduced?
Notable graves introduces selected biographies and graves connected with Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery. It is not a complete list of burials.
Who is responsible for the cemetery?
Wirtschaftsbetrieb Mainz – cemetery administration is responsible for Mainz-Mombach Forest Cemetery. Contact and appointment information is under cemetery administration.