German Households Face Significant Gas Price Increases in 2025

Rising gas network fees are expected to add hundreds of euros to annual heating costs for many families.

Gas network fees in Germany are projected to increase by up to 56%, leading to potential additional costs of up to 445 euros for heating a typical family home.
An analysis by Verivox indicates that about 43% of German households will be affected by these fee increases, with an average rise of around 25%.
The Bundesnetzagentur attributes the fee hikes partly to decreased gas demand, as fewer consumers share the cost of maintaining gas infrastructure.
New depreciation rules are also contributing to the fee increases, as gas network operators adjust to potential future network closures.
Consumers are advised to explore alternative gas suppliers, as price differences between providers can exceed 1,000 euros annually.