The cemetery was founded on the left bank of the Daugava River in 1773 and was named in honor of the founder of Lutheranism. In 1852, construction began on the monumental Martina Church nearby, which later acquired the expanded cemetery. In 1786, the first chapel appeared here – it was erected in memory of timber merchant Mikels Grindels. In 1962, the necropolis was declared closed. Since 1998, it has been designated a national architectural monument of Latvia.
Address of Martina Cemetery
Coordinates of the cemetery on the map: 56.951472, 24.069351.
Address of the cemetery:
Hamana Street, 4, Riga, LV-1007.
Martiņa Cemetery Contact Phone Number
For information, please call the funeral service
+371 2944 9849
Hamana Street Cemetery Hours
- Summer (April 1st to October 31st): 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM;
- Winter (November 1st to March 31st): 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM;
- On Memorial Day and other commemoration days, the cemetery administration determines the opening hours.
Cemetery Administration Hours:
Tue - Sat: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM;
Sun - Mon: Closed.
Martiņa Cemetery Services
This closed necropolis does not offer new burial plots. Only reburials in existing family plots with urns are permitted within the local cemetery.
Reburials in family graves are carried out at no additional charge. However, plot preparation may include the removal and reinstallation of monuments and fences, for which a fee must be paid.
Therefore, the final cost of burial at the cemetery on Hamanja Street depends on the scope and complexity of the work required.
How to obtain a plot at the cemetery on Hamanja Street
This cemetery allows burials in family graves. There are no sanitary restrictions for urn burials, so the burial can be carried out at any time after the previous funeral.
Obtaining a Burial Permit
A special permit is required for burials, which is issued by the administration of the cemetery on Hamana Street upon submission of the necessary documents (death certificate, proof of family relationship with the deceased, application, and the applicant's personal documents).
Funeral Arrangements at Martina Cemetery in Riga
THE CITY FUNERAL SERVICE assists in obtaining family burial rights and guarantees a dignified funeral. Free burial consultations are available by phone at +371 2944 9849. Our team is available 24 hours a day.
Funeral services at Martins Cemetery
How much does a funeral at Martins Cemetery cost
All essential services for cremation
Optimal set of goods and services for cremation
Extended cremation set with farewell in the hall
All essential services for burial
Optimal set of goods and services for burial
Extended burial set with farewell in the hall
Funeral plans may be subject to adjustment.
Changing the funeral plan will allow for a more personalized and meaningful farewell ceremony that reflects the uniqueness and importance of the deceased to their loved ones and community.
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What are the opening hours of Martins Cemetery?
In summer (1 April–31 October) 7:00–21:00, in winter (1 November–31 March) 8:00–18:00. The cemetery administration works Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00–16:00.
Can I get a new burial plot at Martins Cemetery?
Most Riga cemeteries are closed to new burials — burial in family graves is allowed: a coffin no earlier than 20 years after the previous burial, with no time limit for an urn. The Riga City Funeral Service will clarify the exact conditions by phone +371 2944 9849.
How much does a funeral at Martins Cemetery cost?
The cost depends on the scope of services. The Riga City Funeral Service arranges funerals within the VSAA allowance — get an individual quote by phone +371 2944 9849.
Who can arrange a funeral at Martins Cemetery?
The Riga City Funeral Service handles the full arrangement: documents, hearse, grave preparation, the farewell ceremony and the monument.
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