Katlakalns Cemetery in Riga

The cemetery's foundation dates back to approximately 1773. Katlakalns Cemetery was originally located closer to the Daugava. Unique monuments and metal crosses from the 18th and 19th centuries, which today are of artistic value, have been preserved in the old cemetery area.

Parking is available on the necropolis grounds. Just 50 meters away,...

The famous German educator, publicist, and writer of the Baltic countries, Garlieb Merkel, is also buried here. His tombstone was erected by the Riga Latvian Society in 1869 on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth, thanks to donations from Latvians.

Nearby is the Brotherhood Cemetery from the First World War, which was originally the cemetery of the 7th Siberian Battalion of the 6th Siberian Corps.

Katlakalns Cemetery Address

Cemetery coordinates on the map: 56.896356, 24.172542.

Cemetery Address:

Katlakalns Cemetery, Ķekava Parish, Ķekava Municipality, LV-2111.

Katlakalns Cemetery Phone Number

For information, call the funeral service.

+371 2944 9849

Cemetery Hours in Katlakalns Village

Mon-Sun: Open 24 hours.

Information about Katlakalns Cemetery

The cemetery is in operation and only accepts burials in existing graves.
Burials of relatives using coffins and urns are permitted.
The total area of the cemetery is 10.95 hectares.

How to get to Katlakalns Cemetery

You can get to the cemetery by bus: No. 9, 48; tram No. 11.

Services of Katlakalns Cemetery

This cemetery in Riga only offers services for reburials in existing family graves.

Family burials are free, but removal and installation of monuments require a fee.

In addition, the cemetery in Katlakalns offers paid services, the cost of which depends on the complexity and scope of the work.

How to obtain a plot at the Katlakalns cemetery

To qualify for a second burial in an existing grave, at least 20 years must have passed since the previous burial date. There is no time limit for the burial of urns containing ashes.

Obtaining a burial permit

Regardless of the type of burial, it is necessary to obtain official permission from the Katlakalns cemetery administration, providing the necessary documents in accordance with local regulations.

Funeral arrangements at Katlakalns Cemetery in Riga

CITY FUNERAL SERVICE offers its services for organizing and conducting funerals at Katlakalns Cemetery in Riga. Call us anytime for a free consultation at +371 2944 9849.