Overview
- Germany changes from summer to winter time on Sunday, 26 October 2025, with clocks set from 3:00 to 2:00.
- Heating system time switches often do not adjust automatically, risking higher bills if night setback runs at the wrong times, so experts urge manual reprogramming.
- Programmable and smart thermostats can adjust automatically and offer app control, providing a practical option for tenants without access to central systems.
- Public transport operators issue special timetables for the repeated hour, with Bogestra detailing extra departures for Bochum’s night services.
- The European Commission will conduct an in‑depth analysis of Spain’s proposal to abolish clock changes, a move backed by Finland and Poland, as health experts increasingly favor permanent standard time and surveys show broad public opposition to the practice.