Far-Left Scene Calls for 1st of May with Battle Cries - Berlin braces for massive May Day protest with 10,000 expected
Berlin is preparing for a large May Day demonstration, with organisers expecting over 10,000 participants. The march will start at Oranienplatz in Kreuzberg and move through Neukölln before ending at Südstern. Protesters plan to voice concerns over issues like climate change, police laws, and the ongoing war in Ukraine.
The demonstration will pass along Wiener Straße, running beside Görlitzer Park. Organisers have openly discussed the possibility of attacks on the park's fences and gates, which have been closed at night. Far-left groups are using militant language to rally supporters for the event.
May Day evenings in Berlin have a long history of violent clashes with police. In recent years, however, tensions have eased due to a strong and rapid police response. Despite this, organisers remain defiant, with further actions planned beyond Berlin, including protests in the Ruhr region, Berlin-Wedding, Cologne, and Hamburg. The march will also protest against highway expansion and other political grievances. While past events have drawn large crowds, no recent data exists on exact participant numbers for May Day rallies in the last five years. The only comparable event mentioned was a women's day demonstration in March 2024, which attracted up to 20,000 people.
The protest will bring together thousands under a broad set of demands. Police are likely to maintain a heavy presence to prevent unrest. Organisers have made clear their intention to challenge authorities, both in Berlin and across other German cities.
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