Overview
- In Düsseldorf, stands list a €5 cup for the first time, drawing strong reactions on social media as visitors weigh cost against tradition.
- The national wine cellars association projects price increases of up to 10% versus 2024 and points to higher freight, packaging, energy and wage costs plus a weak fruit‑wine harvest.
- The Glühweinindex put last year’s nationwide average at €4.09, with this season tracking toward roughly €5 per serving.
- Prices still vary widely by city and product: Hamburg specialties reach about €9, Dortmund and Gifhorn hold near €3.50, and Mannheim spans €3.50–€5 plus deposit.
- Local rules shape the final bill, with Mehrweg and cup deposits in use—Konstanz charges €2 after moving fully to reusables in 2024—while Stuttgart and Freiburg signal largely steady ranges this year.