World Heritage Skogskyrkogården

Experience the world famous woodland cemetery, a site about life and death.

Photo: Alexander Assal.

You are always welcome to visit the cemetery and experience the tranquility and beautiful landscape. Guided tours from July to September!

Photo: Mattias Ek.

Being a world heritage site, Skogskyrkogården is important for all humanity and shall be preserved for all future.

Photo: Mattias Ek.

There is an idea behind everything at the cemetery. From the different places in the landscape to small details inside the chapels.

At Skogskyrkogården, the graves are modest and uniform in size, reflecting the belief that all individuals are equal in death. Photo: Mattias Ek.

This search and map service assists you in locating graves within the cemetery. In Swedish only.

Before and after a funeral, there are several practical things to consider.

Drop by for a coffee, browse our shop, and explore the exhibition!

Book an art, culture and architecture walk through the landscape.

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