The cemetery at the church of St. Johannis in Obhausen is small, but has various special features. The fact that it has been reduced in size can be seen from the brick wall that now borders it to the south. To the west of the church, next to the entrance, there is an enchanted-looking burial ground with dark tendrils growing up the neighboring courtyard building. On the opposite side, there is a collection of grave crosses from abandoned graves, but the special feature of the cemetery are the sarcophagus-like graves to the south of the church.
This type of grave testifies to the special wealth of the dead, is only found in a few villages and are artifacts of the Baroque period, which was enthusiastic about this special form of grave.
Visited: November 18, 2020
Location: Obhausen, Saalekreis, Germany
Status: Active