Germany’s 2025 federal election reshapes power with historic voter turnout
The 2025 federal election saw a high turnout and significant shifts in party support. The Union parties (CDU and CSU) emerged as the strongest force with around 28.5 percent of second votes. This is the highest participation rate since German reunification, with approximately 82.5 percent of eligible voters casting their ballots.
The election resulted in five parties entering the Bundestag. The Union secured 28.6 percent, while the AfD doubled its second vote share to 20.8 percent. The SPD achieved its worst-ever result of 16.4 percent. The Greens received 11.6 percent, losing ground compared to the 2021 election. The Left party gained, receiving 8.8 percent of the votes. Notably, the South Schleswig Voters' Association (SSW) entered the Bundestag with one seat, exempt from the 5 percent hurdle. The FDP and the Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) failed to meet the 5 percent hurdle and will not be represented in the new Bundestag.
The 2025 federal election has reshaped the political landscape, with the Union parties leading but falling short of a majority. The AfD's doubling of its vote share and the SPD's poor performance are notable shifts. The Greens and the Left party saw changes in their support, while the FDP and BSW will not be present in the new parliament.
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