Friedhofsverwaltung
Friedhofsverwaltung is the administrative body responsible for the operation, administration, and use of cemeteries. In German-speaking countries, it is typically a municipal department or an independent organization acting on behalf of the municipality or state. The aim is to ensure a dignified, legally compliant, and orderly cemetery operation, including the management of grave sites and burial-related procedures.
Key tasks include the care and maintenance of cemetery grounds, pathways, green spaces, monuments, and buildings,
Organization and governance vary by jurisdiction but commonly involve collaboration with civil registries (Standesamt), funeral homes,