What are funeral home ideas?

You can have a funeral take place at a location of your choice. There are the usual places, such as the auditorium of a crematorium or a church, but there are also countless other special locations available. How about a theatre, restaurant or a beautiful garden, for example? You can also choose a place that holds a lot of meaning, like a sports club, a beach house or a cosy café. In principle, almost any location is suitable for holding a funeral.

In addition to the usual option of a funeral home or crematorium, there are many other places where you can hold a funeral:

• A funeral from home
• Funeral home
• 24-hour room
• A farewell house
• A local restaurant
• Your favorite café
• The sports club

It may also be that you prefer a more unique funeral location, maybe somewhere special that matches the personality of the deceased. For inspiration, we have listed several very special locations for you.

Funeral location de Flinkefarm: Friesland

Funeral location De Flinkefarm is located in a quiet and rural area. The setting is located in a former farmhouse, surrounded by green meadows and flower fields. The attractive rooms offer many possibilities for a personal interpretation of the funeral. There is a large room with a wooden beamed ceiling and fireplace, a bright conservatory and an intimate funeral parlour. In addition, there is a beautiful outdoor area where a ceremony or commemoration can take place.

Hillig meer nature cemetery: Drenthe

The Hillig meer nature cemetery in Drenthe is a unique funeral location surrounded by nature. Here you can say goodbye to a loved one in peace at a grave that becomes part of the environment. There is a lot of room for personal touches during the funeral.

Funeral location Erve Hulsbeek: Overijssel

Erve Hulsbeek, located in Oldenzaal, is a beautiful funeral location surrounded by green meadows and forests. The facilities are modern. You can use the sound system, beamer and Wi-Fi. There is room for a personal farewell with a maximum of 200 guests. Erve Hulsbeek employs experienced chefs who take into account the wishes of the family. It is also possible to organize the farewell at the adjacent lake.

Kliemkracht64: Gelderland

Funeral home Kiemkracht64 is located in Malden, just south of Nijmegen. The location is known for its cosy atmosphere and has several rooms for a personal funeral ceremony. There is room for groups of up to 80 people. There is plenty of room for creativity and personal interpretation. Kiemkracht64 has modern facilities and offers tailor-made catering.

Spelderholt Castle: Gelderland

Spelderholt Castle is a beautiful funeral location in the Veluwe, near Apeldoorn. The castle has several atmospheric spaces for memorial services and condolences, including the Orangery and the Castle Hall. The castle is located in a serene setting. Spelderholt Castle has various catering options, such as drink packages and dinners.

Orangery Sandenburg Estate: Utrecht

This place used to be filled with tropical plants but is now a bright and spacious venue that is perfect for farewell ceremonies. The venue can accommodate up to 150 people and has an adjoining terrace. External catering, a bar, standing tables, technical equipment and other necessities can be hired.

DeFabrique: Utrecht

Between Utrecht and Amsterdam, there was a linseed oil and compound feed factory. After the relocation of the production to Deventer in 1996, a couple from Maarssen took over the factory and turned it into an event complex called 'DeFabrique'.

One of the industrial spaces, DePerserij, complete with high ceilings of 14 meters, authentic factory lamps and steel piping, is suitable for personal funerals. Technology, sound, catering and reception are excellently arranged and there is a reduced rate for funerals. DePerserij can accommodate a maximum of 300-400 invitees. For more invitees, the Copraloods is also an option.

De Kastanjehof: Utrecht

The Kastanjehof is located on the edge of the wooded village of Lage Vuursche, a short distance from the Den en Rust crematorium. This classic restaurant is ideal for funerals and informal gatherings. On sunny days, the adjoining terrace with a garden is a nice place to meet.

After the gathering, you can stay for dinner or take a walk in the surrounding forest.

Fort aan de Klop: Utrecht

Fort aan de Klop, part of the New Dutch waterline, is a special place for intimate funerals and commemoration. The bombproof guardhouse from 1851 has been converted into a brasserie and can accommodate about 70 to 100 people. The site itself also offers opportunities for meetings. Keep in mind that passers-by can walk onto the site. Sustainability is of paramount importance to the brasserie. The menu includes organic meat, responsibly caught fish and other organic products.

Huize Frankendael: North Holland

Huize Frankendael in Amsterdam was once a country house for people of distinction. They came here to enjoy nature and each other's company. The Coach House has a sturdy appearance and can accommodate up to 60 people. When the weather is nice, the doors can be opened and there is access to an enclosed terrace. The catering is of high quality.

Hortus Botanicus: North Holland

In the heart of Amsterdam, you can say goodbye in a special place: the beautiful Hortus Botanicus. When you walk through the ancient gate, the busy city seems to hold its breath and you experience peace. The characteristic museum café is ideal for a ceremony, coffee table or dinner. The garden is a lovely place to walk around and clear your head.

Crematorium Laren: North Holland

Hidden between the trees of 't Gooi between Hilversum and Baarn you will find Crematorium Laren. When you arrive in the impressive reception hall, you’ll experience a feeling of calm. Take a seat on the royal blue benches before the funeral ceremony begins in the auditorium. The auditorium offers plenty of seating both upstairs and downstairs and the glass façade gives you a beautiful view of the surrounding forest.

The Pier of Scheveningen: South Holland

The Pier in Scheveningen has been available for condolences and memorial services since 2022. The bright spaces above the sea can accommodate 10 to 400 guests. There is a separate family room and you can make use of catering and flower arrangements. As you reminisce and toast to the life of the deceased, you have a view of the sea. You can end the meeting with a walk along the beach and dinner.

Henkenshage Castle: North Brabant

Henkenshage Castle, located on the outskirts of Sint-Oedenrode between Eindhoven and Den-Bosch, is a medieval location for memorial services. The courtyard and castle garden offer various possibilities for a personal service. The green surroundings provide peace and quiet, making it a great location to be together with loved ones.