The Kortumpark, as it is known today, was opened as a cemetery in 1819 just outside Bochum. Graves were laid out until 1884, including those of the Kortum family. After that, only existing vaults were used, a practice that continues to this day. The park was developed starting in 1913.

More information: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kortumpark

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