Discover a century of Genk history: 100 years of stories at the Genk-center cemetery
From traditional graveyard to green park cemetery.
Follow the guided tour by cemetery manager Roald Coppin and discover the transformations that this historical place underwent over the past 100 years.
From traditional graves and burial vaults to urn fields, from scattering meadow to soothing butterfly and pond garden, the cemetery has many interventions that each show a different idea of the final resting place.
Today, the cemetery lies on the green line through the center and offers walkers of Genk op Gang a stop for reflection and admiration.
Practical info:
Start of the guided tour at the entrance of the cemetery (Erepark).
Accessibility:
The entire cemetery is also accessible for pedestrians and cyclists.