Gemeinschaftsgräbern
Gemeinschaftsgräber, also known as communal graves or common graves, are burial sites where multiple unrelated individuals are interred together. This practice differs from family plots or individual graves. The reasons for establishing Gemeinschaftsgräber can be varied. Historically, they were often employed during times of epidemic or war when large numbers of deaths occurred rapidly, making individual burials impractical or impossible. Economic factors can also play a role, as communal graves are typically a more affordable option for burial compared to purchasing and maintaining a private plot.
In modern times, Gemeinschaftsgräber are sometimes offered as a more environmentally friendly or cost-effective alternative to