When do the clocks change in Germany this spring?

"Daylight saving time (DST or Sommerzeit) begins on the last Sunday of March. In 2026, that falls on March 29th, when clocks in Germany will move forward by one hour."

"Germany will then remain on DST until the last Sunday in October. In 2026, that falls on October 25th, when clocks will fall back by one hour."

"Many modern time bearing devices, like smartphones and computers, will automatically update to the new time. But if you have an analogue clock on the wall, you'll need to manually adjust its arms."

"Germany and Austria-Hungary were the first states to make the change, introducing Sommerzeit during World War I in order to try and alleviate hardship caused by wartime coal shortages."

Germany observes daylight saving time, changing clocks twice a year. The next change occurs on March 29, 2026, when clocks move forward by one hour at 2am. This practice aims to utilize daylight more effectively. The country will remain on daylight saving time until October 25, 2026, when clocks will revert back by one hour. Many devices will update automatically, but manual adjustments may be needed for some clocks. The tradition of daylight saving time began in Germany during World War I to address energy shortages.

Read at The Local Germany