Step 7: Vincent van Gogh’s grave
Away from the village, in the quiet of the Auvers-sur-Oise cemetery, Vincent van Gogh’s grave lies next to that of his brother, Théo. Covered in ivy, these two simple graves invite quiet reflection, facing the fields and the light that continued to inspire the painter's final works.
15-minute visit, free admission
Vincent van Gogh’s grave is located in the Auvers-sur-Oise communal cemetery, slightly above the village and bordered by fields that recall the landscapes he painted during his final stay. Vincent arrived in Auvers in May 1890 and died there on July 29, 1890, after spending just over two months intensely painting the houses, the church, the paths, and the surrounding fields.
He is buried in this rural cemetery, which has since become a place of pilgrimage for art lovers from all over the world. A few months later, his brother Théo, who died in 1891, was also laid to rest by his side; the two graves lie side by side along a cemetery wall.
The two graves, simple and covered in ivy, fit into the calm, open atmosphere of the Auvers plateau. They complete the trail following in the painter's footsteps through the village, alongside the church, the surrounding fields, and the Auberge Ravoux, where Vincent spent his final days.
Accessibility
The cemetery entrance is wheelchair accessible; parking is available for wheelchair users.
Access via Avenue du Cimetière is sidewalk-free, with a gradient of approximately 5.3%, which may make the ascent difficult for those navigating independently.
The site is open to the public and is a rural, outdoor cemetery; it is recommended that those with reduced mobility bring an assistant if needed.
Price
Free