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Time in Germany Now
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Exact Current Time in Germany Now
The current time in Germany follows Central European Time (CET) in winter and Central European Summer Time (CEST) in summer. Germany’s schedule matches neighbors such as France, Netherlands, Austria, Switzerland, and Poland—keeping trade and travel synchronized.
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IANA Time Zone:
Europe/Berlin(Büsingen uses the same CET/CEST clock)UTC Offset: UTC +1 (standard), UTC +2 (DST)
Germany time zone
Germany operates on a single national time zone with no regional variations.
| Time Zone | Example City | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Central European Time (CET) / Central European Summer Time (CEST) | Berlin | UTC +1 / +2 (DST) |
From the Baltic coast to Bavaria, the same clock applies nationwide.
Daylight Saving Time in Germany
DST starts: Last Sunday in March → clocks go forward 1 hour
DST ends: Last Sunday in October → clocks go back 1 hour
Germany follows the European Union DST schedule. To plan around clock changes or events, use the calendar or set an event countdown timer.
Major cities in Germany & their time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Berlin | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Hamburg | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Munich | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Cologne | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
| Frankfurt | CET / CEST | UTC +1 / +2 |
All major cities follow CET in winter and CEST in summer.
Quick facts — Germany time
Number of time zones: 1
Capital city: Berlin
Default time zone: Central European Time (CET)
DST observed: Yes (March–October)
IANA ID:
Europe/BerlinUTC offsets: UTC +1 (standard), UTC +2 (DST)
For verified background, see 👉 Time in Germany — Wikipedia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many time zones does Germany use?
Germany uses one national time zone, switching between CET (winter) and CEST (summer).
Does Germany observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Clocks move one hour forward on the last Sunday in March and back on the last Sunday in October.
What is Germany’s official time zone?
Central European Time (CET), which becomes Central European Summer Time (CEST) during DST.
What are the UTC offsets for Germany?
UTC +1 in winter and UTC +2 in summer.
Is Germany in the same time zone as France and the Netherlands?
Yes, Germany shares the CET/CEST schedule with France, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, and others.
What is the IANA time zone ID for Germany?
The IANA identifier is Europe/Berlin, and the small town of Büsingen uses the same time setting.
How can I compare Germany’s time with another city?
Use our time converter too for instant comparisons across global time zones.