cemetery
Vyšehrad Cemetery
The oldest cemetery in historic Prague still in use today took on its current form in the 19th century, when it was surrounded by Neo-Renaissance arcades. In the shadow of the majestic Basilica of St. Peter and Paul, more than a thousand prominent Czech figures from the worlds of science, politics, art, and sports are laid to rest here. The Vyšehrad Cemetery is a unique gallery of sculptures and a quiet symphony of human stories.
The Vyšehrad Cemetery is administered by the Prague Cemetery and Funeral Services.
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO
The Slavín Tomb
This monumental memorial with a winged figure of the Genius of the Nation leaning over a stone sarcophagus is an integral symbol of Vyšehrad. Beneath the staircase with the catafalque lies a crypt where forty prominent Czech figures from all walks of life are laid to rest.
Grave adoption
The Adoption of Significant Graves program offers the public and institutions the opportunity to actively participate in the preservation of the tombstones of important figures and artistically valuable works, thereby helping to preserve this heritage for future generations. Join us.
