Visiting hours
| Period | Cemetery access |
|---|---|
| 3 November–31 March | 08:00–17:00 |
| 1 April–2 November | 07:00–20:00. |
Apply this timing information specifically to a visit to Chorweiler Cemetery at Thujaweg, 50765 Köln. If a closing time is given, choose an arrival that leaves enough time for the walk from the relevant entrance to the destination and back again. If no general daily schedule is given, ask the responsible office before setting out.
Administration hours and contact
| Day | Service hours |
|---|---|
| Local cemetery contact: 0221 5707295. Central matters are handled by the northern office, 0221 221-24060 | |
| arrange an in-person visit in advance. | |
City of Cologne – cemetery administration, northern office is responsible for Chorweiler Cemetery. Available direct contact: 0221 221-24060 · gruenflaechenamt@stadt-koeln.de.
Build a realistic time plan
For Chorweiler Cemetery, separate the visiting hours above from the administration hours: access to the grounds does not itself mean that an office appointment is available. Before a grave search, assemble the person’s name and dates plus any known section, row and grave number. Then match the intended entrance with the address and directions page.
The cemetery map offers 6 named orientation points for Chorweiler Cemetery. Use them to estimate where the destination sits relative to the entrance, and contact City of Cologne – cemetery administration, northern office if the visit depends on access at a particular time or on reaching a specific section.