Decline in Popularity of Traditional Evening Bread Meals in Germany

A new survey reveals that younger Germans prefer warm meals or no dinner at all, while older generations continue to embrace the classic Abendbrot.

A YouGov survey of over 2,200 German adults shows a generational divide in attitudes toward the traditional evening bread meal, known as Abendbrot.
Only 26% of 18- to 24-year-olds prefer Abendbrot over a warm meal, compared to 37% of those aged 55 and older.
57% of older respondents consider Abendbrot a regular part of their weekly routine, while only 38% of younger adults agree.
Bread remains a staple for breakfast across all age groups, with more than half of respondents favoring it in the morning.
Whole-grain bread is the most popular type in Germany, with 82% of adults eating bread regularly and 88% having it at home during the survey.