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Germany is a hub of cultural history, urban development, and diverse landscapes, attracting millions of visitors annually.
How many people visit Germany every year?
In 2023, 34.8 million people visited Germany. Each year, about 36 million people visit Germany.
- The number of visitors increased from 2017 to 2019, increasing from 37.4 million to 39.6 million.
- Due to pandemic, arrivals decreased to 12.4 million in 2020 and further dropped to 11.6 million in 2021.
- In 2022, Germany’s tourism sector recovered with tourist numbers reaching 28.5 million.1
- By 2023, 22% increase in international arrivals, totalling 34.8 million visits.2
How may people visited Germany in 2024
- From January 2024 to July 2024, approximately 21.18 million international tourists visited Germany.
- In July 2024, tourist arrivals in Germany increased to 4.78 million from 3.95 million in June, due to the Men’s UEFA Euro 2024 held in the cities across Germany from June 14 to July 14.3
| Month | International Tourist Arrival (in millions) |
| January 2024 | 1.86 |
| February 2024 | 2.16 |
| March 2024 | 2.39 |
| April 2024 | 2.79 |
| May 2024 | 3.25 |
| June 2024 | 3.95 |
| July 2024 | 4.78 |
How many people visited Germany in 2023?
- In 2023, Germany welcomed a total of 34.8 million tourists. This was a 22% increase from the previous year.
How much do visitors spend in Germany every year?
In 2023, a total of $46.9 billion was spent in Germany by tourists.
- In 2017, tourism-related spending amounted to $40 billion, rising to $41.8 billion in 2019.
- However, in 2020 and 2021, expenditures declined to $22.1 billion due to the pandemic.
- In 2023, tourist expenditure in Germany reached $46.9 billion, reflecting a 50% increase from the $31.3 billion recorded in 2022.4
How much did visitors spend in Germany in 2023?
- Tourists spent $46.9 billion in Germany in 2023. This spending exceeded the pre-pandemic figure by approximately 12%.
Where do visitors to Germany come from?
The largest number of visitors to Germany comes from the Netherlands, with 4.8 million arrivals, followed by Switzerland (3.4 million) and Austria (2.1 million).5
- The COVID-19 pandemic led to a significant decline in tourist arrivals, reducing Dutch visitors to 2.3 million, Swiss visitors to 1.4 million, and Austrian visitors to 820,000.
- In 2021, visitor numbers remained low, with arrivals from the Netherlands decreasing to 2 million, Switzerland to 1.2 million, while Austrian visitors saw a slight increase to 842,000.
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Impact of Coronavirus – Germany Tourism Statistics 2020 and 2021
- In 2020, inbound visitors to Germany declined to 12.4 million, a decrease of approximately 68.5% from 2019. As a result, tourism expenditures fell to $22.1 billion, representing a 47% drop from the previous year.
- In 2021, visitor numbers remained low, further decreasing to $ 11.7 million, while spending remained stable at $22.1 billion.
How popular is Germany as a tourist destination?
- Germany ranks 1st place as a cultural destination among worldwide travel by Europeans with over 25% of all international holiday trips to Germany being cultural trips.
- Germany ranked 3rd as a destination considering climate and environmental protection and sustainability tourism.6
How long do visitors stay in Germany?
- In 2023, tourists spent an average of 13.1 days holidaying in Germany. This was the second-longest average stay in Germany since 1998 (15.1 days).
Top Attractions in Germany
- Brandenburg Gate, Berlin: An 18th-century neoclassical monument that has stood through the city’s history and today is a symbol of unity and peace.
- Cologne Cathedral: A Gothic cathedral with its detailed architecture and twin spires that dominate the skyline of Cologne.
- The Black Forest: A forested mountain range in Baden-Württemberg, known for its dense evergreens and quaint villages.
- Neuschwanstein Castle: The famous 19th-century hilltop fairy-tale castle built by King Ludwig II.
- The Harz Mountains: Known for its forests, medieval towns, and the legendary Brocken, the highest peak.
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References
- UNWTO: Tourism Statistics – Global and Regional ↩︎
- EuroStat: Nights spent at tourist accommodation establishments – Global and Regional ↩︎
- TE: 2024 Germany Tourist Arrival ↩︎
- EuroStat: Tourism Satellite Accounts in Europe – 2023 Report Edition ↩︎
- OECD: Tourism Trends and Policies 2022 – Germany ↩︎
- GT: Ranking of Germany in Tourism ↩︎
