Daylight Saving Time 2026: Germany
Germany observes daylight saving time (DST) in 2026. Find clock change dates, UTC offsets, and affected cities below.
Observes DST
Clocks change twice per year in Germany — forward in spring, back in autumn.
Clock Change Dates in Germany — 2026
| Event | Date | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Forward | Sunday, March 29, 2026 | UTC+1 | UTC+2 |
| Fall Back | Sunday, October 25, 2026 | UTC+2 | UTC+1 |
UTC Offsets — Germany
| Period | UTC Offset | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Time (Winter) | UTC+1 | Europe/Berlin |
| Daylight Saving Time (Summer) | UTC+2 | Europe/Berlin (DST) |
Cities in Germany
| City | Timezone | UTC Offset (Standard) |
|---|---|---|
| Berlin | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Hamburg | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Munich | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Frankfurt | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Cologne | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Düsseldorf | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Stuttgart | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Leipzig | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Dresden | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Nuremberg | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Hannover | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Dortmund | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Essen | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Bremen | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Duisburg | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Bochum | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Wuppertal | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Bielefeld | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Bonn | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Mannheim | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Karlsruhe | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Augsburg | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Wiesbaden | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Gelsenkirchen | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Mönchengladbach | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Braunschweig | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Kiel | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
| Freiburg | Europe/Berlin | UTC+1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Germany observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Germany observes daylight saving time (DST). Clocks are adjusted forward in spring and back in autumn each year.
When do clocks change in Germany in 2026?
In 2026, clocks in Germany spring forward on Sunday, March 29, 2026 and fall back on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
How much do clocks change in Germany?
Clocks in Germany change by 1 hour. The standard time offset is UTC+1 and the summer (daylight saving) time offset is UTC+2.
What is the UTC offset for Germany?
Germany uses UTC+1 as its standard (winter) time offset and UTC+2 during daylight saving time (summer).
Which timezone does Germany use?
Germany's primary timezone is Europe/Berlin. Some cities may use different timezones — for example: Berlin (Europe/Berlin), Hamburg (Europe/Berlin), Munich (Europe/Berlin).