Genossenschaft Kölner Friedhofsgärtner eG

The Genossenschaft Kölner Friedhofsgärtner eG has been a central contact point for all aspects of grave design and maintenance in Cologne and the surrounding area since 1959. With over 39 member businesses, consisting of experienced cemetery gardeners, they ensure that the cemeteries of the city become green oases of peace and relaxation.

• Grave Design and Maintenance: The cooperative offers a variety of burial forms and grave types tailored to the individual needs of the Cologne population. This includes the creation, design, and maintenance of graves as well as the provision of permanent grave care contracts that offer maximum security and personal relief[2][4][5].
• Trust Management: The cooperative takes over the fiduciary management of the funds paid for grave maintenance, ensures the professional provision of services, and regularly checks the agreed services[5].

The main mission of the Genossenschaft Kölner Friedhofsgärtner eG is to provide every Cologne resident with the burial form they prefer. They are committed to ensuring that cemeteries are not only places of mourning but also spaces for memories and relaxation. The cooperative feels connected to the special places where people lay their loved ones to rest and sees itself as a guardian of peace, creating a beautiful and respectful environment[1][3][4].

• Environmental Protection: The cooperative promotes an animal- and plant-friendly world and is committed to the protection and preservation of habitats. They avoid monocultures and toxins and strive to strengthen biodiversity to protect and restore the natural atmosphere[3].
• Sustainable Urban Development: The cooperative's vision includes cities with resource- and energy-efficient buildings and sufficient green and open space provision, enabling people to safely walk, bike, or use public transport[3].

The cooperative offers comprehensive training for cemetery gardeners, which typically lasts three years and is supplemented by inter-company courses and part-time or block instruction at vocational schools. The training allows graduates to develop their skills in nature, plants, creativity, and craftsmanship, and to work as multi-talents within the cooperative[4].

The Genossenschaft Kölner Friedhofsgärtner eG is thus not only a service provider for grave maintenance but also an important part of urban green space care and development, committed to the preservation and beauty of cemeteries while pursuing sustainable and environmentally friendly principles.

• 1 - https://friedhofsgaertner-koeln.de/ueber-uns/
• 2 - https://bestattungsgaerten.de/datenschutzerklaerung/
• 3 - https://goodjobs.eu/company/genossenschaft-kolner-friedhofsgartner-eg
• 4 - https://schuelerkarriere.de/unternehmen/genossenschaft-koelner-friedhofsgaertner-eg
• 5 - https://friedhofsgaertner-koeln.de