Neuer Laurentiusfriedhof

What secrets does the Neuer Laurentiusfriedhof hold? Here in Essen-Steele, this tranquil cemetery whispers stories of the past. The Neuer Laurentiusfriedhof opened in the early 20th century. It was built by the Catholic parish of St. Laurentius to accommodate the growing population of Steele. The nearby Laurentiuskirche, a striking Gothic structure, hosted funeral services. The Neuer Laurentiusfriedhof initially featured geometric grave plots branching off a central avenue. In 1929, Steele became part of Essen. The city took over administration, but St. Laurentius parish continued to maintain the Neuer Laurentiusfriedhof. During the 1970s, the cemetery expanded westward, doubling its original size. Trees now encircle the northern and western borders, enhancing the peaceful atmosphere. Today, the Neuer Laurentiusfriedhof covers 3.8 hectares, making it one of Essen’s larger cemeteries. The cemetery offers various burial options, from traditional family plots to easy-to-maintain urn graves. The Friedhofsverwaltung Katholische Pfarrei St. Laurentius manages the cemetery and can provide information on burial options and costs. The Neuer Laurentiusfriedhof is located in Essen-Steele, with the main entrance on the east side. The Laurentiuskirche, used for funeral services, is nearby on Laurentiusweg. The cemetery borders the Stadtgarten Steele to the south and the Ruhr river flows just south of the grounds. You can easily reach the Neuer Laurentiusfriedhof by public transport. The Deimelsberg bus stop is right next to the main entrance. Knappschafts-Krankenhaus and Dinnendahlstrasse stops, as well as the Essen-Steele S-Bahn station, are also within walking distance. Public parking is available on the north and east sides of the cemetery. The Neuer Laurentiusfriedhof opens from 8 am to 6 pm in summer and from 8 am to dusk in winter.