Unveiling of the ASCE insignia at the Old Cemetery of Dahlwitz-Hoppegarten

On 5 October 2026, the official ASCE insignia was unveiled at the Old Cemetery of Dahlwitz-Hoppegarten to mark its recognition as a Significant Cemetery in Europe.

Unveiling of the ASCE insignia

On 5 October 2026, an official ceremony took place at the Old Cemetery of Dahlwitz-Hoppegarten in Hoppegarten, Germany, to mark its formal recognition as part of the Association of Significant Cemeteries in Europe (ASCE). The occasion was commemorated with the unveiling of the official ASCE insignia at the cemetery entrance.

The Old Cemetery is deeply intertwined with the history of the Hoppegarten racecourse, a horse racing sport center opened over 150 years ago that transformed the historic rural settlement into an internationally recognized racing hub. By recognizing this cemetery as a significant cemetery in Europe, ASCE not only honors its cultural, historical, and architectural heritage, but also shines a spotlight on the rich heritage and historical significance of the wider municipality and region.

The unveiling event brought together local leadership and key representatives, including the Mayor of Hoppegarten and the Head of Marketing from Rennbahn Hoppegarten. Regional coverage of the ceremony was featured in a report by broadcaster rbb24 Brandenburg aktuell. You can watch the official video report HERE (link available till 5 October 2028).

Insignia unveiling and peace tree planting at Kifissia Cemetery

From 6 to 8 September 2023, a series of special events that took place at the Municipal Cemetery of Kifissia, Greece.

About the events

The Municipality of Kifissia (Greece) organised a series of special events that took place from 6 to 8 September 2023 to celebrate the inclusion of the Municipal Cemetery of Kifissia in the European Cemeteries Route and joining the Peace tree project.

One of the main events was the ceremonial inauguration of the ASCE and European Cemeteries Route insignia at the cemetery's entrance. ASCE President, Lidija Pliberšek, and the Mayor of Kifissia, Georgios Thomakos, jointly unveiled the insignias, in the presence of esteemed dignitaries and key representatives of the city and the cemetery. This act symbolically marked the inclusion of the Municipal Cemetery of Kifissia in the European Cemeteries Route and highlighted the town's dedication to preserving the cemetery's rich cultural heritage and historical legacy.

In addition, the Peace Tree Project, which started during the Week of  Discovering European Cemeteries 2023, took another step forward. Following the successful planting of peace trees in Maribor and Budapest, the Municipal Cemetery of Kifissia became the proud home of the third peace tree. The purpose of the project is to plant a "peace tree" in as many different European cemeteries as possible, serving as a reminder of the importance of peace and reconciliation, while spreading the message “Live in peace to rest in peace!”.

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