Drinking age in
Germany
(beer, wine and cider if accompanied)
16
(beer, wine and cider)
18
(spirits and foods containing spirits above negligible amounts)
See below for more details on drinking age and alcohol purchase age in
Germany
This is not legal advice. Check with local law enforcement what is the legal drinking age BEFORE drinking or purchasing alcohol while in the country.
More information:
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Alcohol Purchase Age
| On Premise | 14(beer, wine and cider if accompanied)16 (beer, wine and cider)18 (spirits and foods containing spirits above negligible amounts) |
| Off Premise | 14(beer, wine and cider if accompanied)16 (beer, wine and cider)18 (spirits and foods containing spirits above negligible amounts) |
Alcohol Drinking Age
| In Private | No Information |
| In Public | No Information |
Legal details
If at any point in the page above you find “No information” it means there is no specific mention in the legislation, but you still need to ask local law enforcement before drinking in .
It is prohibited to sell, serve or supply fermented alcohol beverages (beer, wine, cider and sparkling wine) to anyone under 16 years of age. However this age limit drops down to 14 if a minor is accompanied by his parent or legal guardian. It is generally prohibited to serve, sell or supply any beverage containing spirits and foods containing spirits above negligible amounts, to anyone under the age of 18 years. Violation of the “Protection of Young Persons Act” can be fined up to €50,000.See also: Alcohol laws in GermanySee also: Protection of Young Persons Act (Germany)
You can find more legal details and links here:Wikipedia Legal Drinking Age
