Natural Burial Ground
Kloosterhof Natural Burial Ground
Surrounded by flowers, trees, and grass, the Kloosterhof Natural Burial Ground in Bredevoort offers a final resting place in nature. This area is managed as a nature reserve with a focus on tranquility, biodiversity, and natural development. The natural graves and urn graves blend into the landscape, remaining an integral part of nature. For the bereaved, it is not only a place of farewell, but also a place to return to, to walk, and to remember.
Rates
The cost of a natural burial plot is lower than at many traditional cemeteries. In addition, there are no grave maintenance fees.
Natural burial plots at the Kloosterhof Natural Burial Ground are granted for a period of 100 years. The fees include nature conservation.
Natural burial plot for 1 person €4,000
Natural burial plot for 1 person with a tree €5,000
Natural burial plot for 2 people €6,000
Natural burial plot for 2 people with a tree €7,000
Natural urn burial plot for 50 years €1,500
Tree species
When you choose a grave with a tree, you can choose from one of the following trees:
- Black pine (Pinus nigra)
- Silver birch (Betula pendula)
- Silver linden (Tilia tomentosa)
If the tree does not take root within the first two years, it will be replaced free of charge.
Memorial
As a grave marker, you can place a tree stump with an inscription on the grave. The cost for this is €150.
The municipality will provide the tree disc. An appointment will be scheduled for its installation in consultation with the next of kin. The tree disc has a diameter of approximately 40 cm and is about 3 cm thick. It can accommodate up to 30 characters.
To preserve the natural appearance of the natural burial ground, the placement of (artificial) flowers or other loose decorations is not permitted.
More information
Do you have any questions or would you like to learn more about the Kloosterhof Natural Burial Ground? We’d be happy to provide you with more information, with no obligation.