Types of funeral at a glance
Burial, cremation, tree or sea, which suits your loved one?
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This guide was written and professionally reviewed by the editorial team of Himmelsruhe Bestattungen. Its content is based on our daily funeral counselling and grief support practice, is updated regularly and does not replace individual advice.
Why this guide?
Every day we support bereaved families in Berlin – in English, German, Russian and Italian. In this guide we answer the questions we hear most often, the same way we would in a personal conversation: calmly, concretely and without jargon. If anything remains unclear, simply give us a call – the consultation is free of obligation.
Choosing the type of funeral is deeply personal. A burial offers a fixed place of remembrance. A cremation provides freedom in how the ashes are laid to rest, as an urn, in a forest, or at sea.
Tree burials combine dignity with nature. Sea burials offer vastness and stillness. We advise calmly, without pressing.
Frequently asked questions
Is cremation cheaper?
Often, but not always. We will explain the differences transparently.
Are tree burials possible in Berlin?
Yes, in several burial forests around the city.