Ebersberg’s March 8 elections reveal uneven party representation and local campaign hurdles
The upcoming local elections in Ebersberg District on March 8 will offer voters a broad selection of candidates and parties. However, not all political groups have managed to secure their place on the ballot. The AfD, in particular, faces challenges in fielding candidates across the region, appearing only in Steinhöring after aiming for wider representation.
Steinhöring stands out with seven candidate slates—the highest ratio of candidates to voters in the district. Only the district capital, Ebersberg, matches this number. In contrast, many smaller communities struggle to attract enough volunteers, resulting in single unified lists instead of multiple competing parties.
The AfD’s campaign has hit obstacles. Internal disagreements are cited as a key reason for its limited presence. While the party had hoped to gain seats in several local councils, it has only secured a ballot spot in Steinhöring. As of January 14, 2026, no official date has been announced for the presentation of its district council slate, and electoral authorities have yet to list its candidates for other municipalities. In Steinhöring, the CSU and its youth wing, the JU, are running on separate lists, adding to the variety of choices. Voters in the district will also have flexibility in casting their ballots, with options to select, cumulate, or panachage their votes.
The elections will proceed with a mix of competitive races and uncontested slates. While the AfD’s participation remains limited, voters in Ebersberg District still face a diverse range of options. The outcome will reflect both the enthusiasm of local candidates and the challenges some parties encountered in organizing their campaigns.
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