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Best Airbnb Markets in Germany (2026)

Based on Airbtics data from January 2025 to December 2025, this page shows the top Airbnb locations to invest in Germany with key statistics and information, like short-term rental regulations, number of listings, occupancy rate, average daily rate, and annual revenue. This allows you to discover the most profitable cities to invest in, buy, and own Airbnb rental properties in Germany.

The Airbtics Market Score indicates how attractive a location is for investing in an Airbnb rental property. We determine this score based on the following criteria:

  1. Short-term rental yield: The ratio between annual revenue and property price, as a percentage. Locations with higher Airbnb rental yield score better.
  2. Short-term rental regulations: How STR-friendly the local Airbnb rules and laws are. Markets with more lenient regulations get a higher score.
  3. Market size: The number of Airbnb listings. Larger vacation rental markets get a higher score as it is easier for investors to buy and sell properties.
  4. Growth: How fast the market is becoming saturated. Priority is given to markets that are already developed but are not approaching saturation yet.
  5. Seasonality: To what degree Airbnb performance is affected by seasonality. Less seasonal impact is preferred as investors can enjoy a more stable short-term rental performance throughout the year.
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Last updated: February, 2026

Germany Short-Term Rental Market Overview (Full-Year 2025 Analysis)

National averages across all Germany markets
Average Occupancy Rate i
62.04%
Average Annual Revenue i
€25,683
Average Daily Rate (ADR) i
€112
YoY Supply Growth i
24.21%
YoY Revenue Change i
5.52%

Top 27 Germany Cities for Airbnb in 2026

Position Market Grade Market Name Regulation No of Listings Avg. Occupancy Rate Avg. Daily Rate Revenue Short-term Rental Yield Rent Gap
1CBerlin
Strict
6,50477%€124€35,57712.3%34.5%
2CMunich
Lenient
3,53963%€135€31,59412.3%34.5%
3CRugen island
Lenient
2,84650%€139€26,36212.3%34.5%
4C+Cologne
Strict
2,68267%€116€28,88812.3%34.5%
5C+Hamburg
Strict
2,55874%€120€33,13412.3%34.5%
6D+Region hannover
Lenient
2,47852%€107€20,95512.3%34.5%
7CLeipzig
Lenient
1,96961%€91€20,75212.3%34.5%
8B+Ortenaukreis
Lenient
1,69364%€112€26,88712.3%34.5%
9D+Dusseldorf
Strict
1,61558%€110€23,90812.3%34.5%
10C+Bodenseekreis
Lenient
1,57859%€120€26,53812.3%34.5%
11B+Hochsauerlandkreis
Lenient
1,55551%€119€23,00512.3%34.5%
12B+Dresden
Lenient
1,43671%€90€23,89812.3%34.5%
13C+Rostock
Lenient
1,43652%€126€24,64212.3%34.5%
14B+Mayen-koblenz
Lenient
1,42764%€94€22,67812.3%34.5%
15D+Sylt
Lenient
1,18436%€193€27,00112.3%34.5%
16D+Nurnberg
Lenient
1,07262%€98€22,76912.3%34.5%
17BLubeck
Lenient
98470%€116€30,35512.3%34.5%
18C+Bremen
Lenient
95867%€86€21,68112.3%34.5%
19C+Essen
Lenient
94058%€94€20,73412.3%34.5%
20E+Stuttgart
Lenient
93261%€91€20,77212.3%34.5%
21E+Frankfurt am main
Lenient
92855%€92€18,90612.3%34.5%
22B+Mosel valley
Lenient
92162%€115€26,59812.3%34.5%
23BGarmisch-partenkirchen
Lenient
63166%€169€41,49412.3%34.5%
24BErfurt
Lenient
58567%€95€23,95512.3%34.5%
25CKarlsruhe
Lenient
51371%€81€21,72812.3%34.5%
26CDortmund
Strict
49557%€91€19,51212.3%34.5%
27C+Freiburg im breisgau
Lenient
46580%€98€29,11212.3%34.5%

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Why Invest in Airbnb Germany in 2026?

In recent years, Germany has emerged as one of the best locations for investing in short-term rentals thanks to its popular tourist attractions, thriving business activities, growing digital nomad presence, and vibrant cities like Garmisch-partenkirchen, Berlin and Hamburg. With millions of international visitors coming each year, the demand for vacation rental accommodations is growing, making Airbnb Germany a lucrative option for both local and foreign investors.

Due to strong demand from travelers, Germany offers competitive average daily rates (ADR), healthy occupancy rates, and attractive revenue potential in the best Airbnb markets. Whether you're looking to start your first Airbnb business with a modest budget or to add a luxury short-term rental property to your portfolio, Germany has a profitable location to meet your budget and aspirations as an investor.

Market Saturation Analysis: Germany

Benchmark: Markets are categorized relative to Germany's national averages (Supply: +24.2%, Revenue: +5.5%). Markets above the national average are marked with ↑, while those below are marked with ↓.

🟢

Healthy Growth

Supply > avg, Revenue > avg
Expansion with demand keeping up

  • Rostock Supply: +35.6% | Revenue: +22.4%
  • Bremen Supply: +30.4% | Revenue: +11.9%
  • Ortenaukreis Supply: +26.2% | Revenue: +11.2%
  • Rugen island Supply: +28.3% | Revenue: +10.7%
  • Mayen-koblenz Supply: +28.2% | Revenue: +9.9%
  • Karlsruhe Supply: +28.8% | Revenue: +8.1%
  • Cologne Supply: +25.8% | Revenue: +6.2%
🟡

Early Saturation

Supply > avg, Revenue ≤ avg
Competition rising

  • Sylt Supply: +53.7% | Revenue: -4.3%
  • Stuttgart Supply: +28.4% | Revenue: -1.3%
  • Frankfurt am main Supply: +27.4% | Revenue: -1.0%
  • Munich Supply: +27.3% | Revenue: -13.8%
🔵

Under-the-Radar

Supply ≤ avg, Revenue > avg
Hidden opportunities

  • Garmisch-partenkirchen Supply: +17.1% | Revenue: +15.4%
  • Bodenseekreis Supply: +23.1% | Revenue: +15.3%
  • Freiburg im breisgau Supply: +17.4% | Revenue: +14.8%
  • Hochsauerlandkreis Supply: +17.1% | Revenue: +12.0%
  • Essen Supply: +21.9% | Revenue: +10.5%
  • Mosel valley Supply: +22.1% | Revenue: +7.0%
  • Dresden Supply: +18.1% | Revenue: +6.9%
🔴

Declining

Supply ≤ avg, Revenue ≤ avg
Risky markets

  • Nurnberg Supply: +23.3% | Revenue: -3.2%
  • Region hannover Supply: +21.3% | Revenue: -3.0%
  • Lubeck Supply: +16.1% | Revenue: -2.9%
  • Berlin Supply: +21.3% | Revenue: +1.4%
  • Leipzig Supply: +20.9% | Revenue: +1.7%
  • Dusseldorf Supply: +21.0% | Revenue: +2.6%
  • Erfurt Supply: +11.9% | Revenue: +2.8%
  • Hamburg Supply: +22.3% | Revenue: +2.9%
  • Dortmund Supply: +18.7% | Revenue: +5.1%

Best Cities for Airbnb in Germany by Budget

Top 3 Affordable & Mid-Range Airbnb Markets: $500,000 & Below

These markets offer accessible investment opportunities with lower to moderate property prices, suitable for investors seeking entry-level or mid-range options.

  1. Hochsauerlandkreis
    • Property price: €204,600
    • STR revenue: €23,005/year
    • Yield: 11.9%
  2. Leipzig
    • Property price: €232,500
    • STR revenue: €20,752/year
    • Yield: 11.2%
  3. Ortenaukreis
    • Property price: €232,500
    • STR revenue: €26,887/year
    • Yield: 13.4%

Top 3 Premium & Luxury Airbnb Markets: $500,000 & Above

These markets represent high-end investment opportunities with premium properties, ideal for investors with substantial capital seeking strong returns.

  1. Frankfurt am main
    • Property price: €511,500
    • STR revenue: €18,906/year
    • Yield: 7.5%
  2. Munich
    • Property price: €558,000
    • STR revenue: €31,594/year
    • Yield: 12.3%

Top 3 Best Places for Airbnb Arbitrage in Germany

  1. Garmisch-partenkirchen
    • STR revenue: €41,494/year
    • Rent gap: €3,902
  2. Berlin
    • STR revenue: €35,577/year
    • Rent gap: €3,671
  3. Lubeck
    • STR revenue: €30,355/year
    • Rent gap: €3,513



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