Burial Type Comparison

All burial types at a glance

Would you like to compare burial options yourself? This overview includes all burial types available at the five municipal cemeteries in Velbert, from family graves and lawn row graves to tree burials. It also covers children's graves, burial areas for members of the Islamic faith, and the option of including pets' ashes in a grave.

How it works

Filter: Select a cemetery, burial type (coffin or urn), or level of grave maintenance at the top of the page. The list will then display only the burial types that match your selection.

• Sort: Click on “Burial Type” or “Fees” to sort the list alphabetically or by cost.

• Details: Use “Details” to expand additional information for each burial type, such as grave location, memorial regulations, and permitted grave inclusions.

• Print: The overview can be printed, for example for discussions with family members.

Good to know

The fees are based on the Cemetery Fees Ordinance dated 18 December 2025. The amounts shown include the fees for the grave site and the burial itself. Costs for the funeral director, memorial stone, planting, and use of the chapel are not include