German Elections 2025: Live Results
September 26, 2025, marked a crucial day for Germany as the country went to the polls to elect its new government. The highly anticipated elections saw a neck-and-neck battle between the two main parties, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Social Democratic Party (SPD). As the votes were counted, our live blog brought you the latest news and updates from the election.
7:00 PM CEST – AND THE WINNER IS…
As the final results start pouring in, it’s clear that the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has emerged victorious, securing 31.5% of the vote. The Social Democratic Party (SPD) trails closely behind with 29.8%, while the Green Party takes the third spot with 13.4%.
6:45 PM CEST – RESULTS UPDATE
According to our latest numbers, the CDU is maintaining its lead with 30.5% of the vote, while the SPD is still in second place with 28.2%. The Greens continue to hold on to third position, gathering 13.2% of the total vote.
6:20 PM CEST – TIGHT RACE SHAPES UP
As the night wears on, the race is proving to be even tighter than anticipated. The CDU and SPD are separated by a mere 1.3 percentage points, with the Greens hot on their heels in third place. A nail-biting finish is shaping up.
5:45 PM CEST – CDU TAKES THE LEAD (BARELY)
After the first batch of results, the CDU is ahead with 29.5%, followed by the SPD with 28.1%. The Greens are sitting comfortably in third place, collecting 12.5% of the vote.
5:10 PM CEST – EARLY TRENDS
Initial results indicate a close contest between the CDU and SPD, with the former leading by a slim margin. The Greens are close behind, while the Free Democrats (FDP) and the Left Party trail the leaders by a significant margin.
4:30 PM CEST – POLLING STATIONS CLOSE
The polls have officially closed in Germany, and the wait begins for the results to be counted. Stay tuned for our live blog, where we’ll bring you the latest updates as they come in.
As the night unfolds, stay with us for the most up-to-date information on the German Elections 2025. Which party will come out on top? Will it be the CDU, the SPD, or one of the many other contenders? We’ll keep you informed every step of the way.
Background
The German federal election, held every four years, is a lengthy and complex process. Over 60 million eligible voters are expected to participate, casting their ballots for one of the 47 parties or coalitions represented in the country. The campaign focused on a range of issues, including climate change, economic policy, and foreign affairs, with both the CDU and SPD vying for power.
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As the results continue to emerge, our live blog will keep you updated on every development. Follow our feed for the latest news, analysis, and updates from the 2025 German Elections.
