Overview

• Islamophobic crimes in Bavaria have more than tripled in three years, rising from 66 in 2022 to a record 213 in 2024.
• Violent islamophobic offences reached a new high in 2024, with 15 incidents and a total of 26 victims reported.
• Over 80% of these crimes, including nearly all violent acts, were carried out by right-wing extremists, according to official data.
• Six attacks on mosques and Islamic institutions were registered in 2024, down from ten in 2023 but still a significant concern.
• Green Party lawmakers are urging comprehensive documentation, a statewide anti-discrimination office, and expanded victim support structures to address the alarming trend.