AfD Headquarters: Party Fumbles Real Estate Purchase, Back to Renting - AfD's Berlin headquarters hunt hits dead end after eviction ruling
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is struggling to find a permanent home in Berlin after its strongest electoral showing in February 2025. The party's search has been hampered by widespread opposition, with realtors refusing deals and protests blocking potential locations. Now, facing an eviction deadline, the AfD has settled for another temporary solution.
The AfD's troubles began after a noisy election night celebration at its Berlin-Reinickendorf headquarters. The landlord terminated the lease without warning, citing violations of the agreement. In June, the Berlin Regional Court upheld the eviction, ordering the party to relocate by December 31.
The party initially planned to buy a prominent property in central Berlin. With net assets of nearly €41 million, it examined around 30 potential sites, even entering price talks for some. However, none met the federal executive board's standards, often due to security risks, high costs, or lack of parking. Two negotiations in Berlin-Mitte were abandoned for these reasons.
Instead, the AfD will rent temporary offices near the Spree River, close to Alexanderplatz and Museum Island. Treasurer Carsten Hütter confirmed the move would take place this autumn. Yet the search for a long-term headquarters continues, as political resistance and public pressure make securing a permanent location increasingly difficult.
The AfD's latest relocation is another short-term fix, not a final answer. With few realtors willing to engage and legal deadlines looming, the party's options remain limited. For now, its Berlin operations will stay in rented spaces while the hunt for a suitable property drags on.
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