Skyrocketing gas prices impacting motorists in the Eastern regions, compelling them to dive into substantial savings
**Eastern Germany Faces Higher Fuel Prices Compared to Western Regions**
A recent study by the ADAC, a well-known research organization, has revealed a worrying trend in fuel prices across Germany. The study highlights that drivers in the eastern part of the country are paying significantly more for Super E10 and diesel compared to their counterparts in the west.
In eastern Germany, Berlin, a city-state, is generally the most expensive place for fuel. Major cities like Leipzig and Dresden also follow suit, with prices for Super E10 and diesel being above the regional average. This trend is influenced by higher local taxes, city-specific levies, and market dynamics.
On the other hand, the cheapest fuel prices within eastern Germany are usually found in the more rural and less densely populated federal states, such as Brandenburg and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. These areas, which are farther from metropolitan centers, often have the lowest prices for both Super E10 and diesel, reflecting lower local demand and fewer city-specific taxes.
The study indicates that Thuringia is one of the regions with the highest fuel prices in the East. Drivers in Thuringia, Schleswig-Holstein, and Hamburg are currently paying more for fuel compared to other parts of Germany.
However, Berlin is significantly cheaper than its eastern neighbors, particularly for diesel. The price difference for Super E10 between the West and the East is 9.9 cents per liter, while the price premium for diesel in Brandenburg is as high as 7.8 cents compared to the West.
High competition due to the density of gas stations in Berlin could be a factor for lower fuel prices in the capital. The ADAC advises drivers to tank up in the evening and avoid motorways for cheaper prices.
Nationwide, Germany’s average gasoline price was approximately €1.73 per liter in June 2025, slightly above the EU weighted average of €1.63 per liter. Despite the higher prices, Germany ranks in the middle among EU countries for fuel prices, with countries like Denmark and the Netherlands having higher prices, and Bulgaria and Malta having lower prices.
For the most precise, up-to-date city-level data, official German fuel portals or mobile apps (e.g., “ADAC Spritpreismonitor”) are recommended. Always check real-time sources for the latest prices, as short-term fluctuations are common.
The study also indicates that the automotive industry's financial health is adversely affected by these higher fuel prices, as personal-finance constraints due to increased transportation costs can lead to reduced car purchases.
Investors in the finance sector may find opportunities in the eastern regions of Germany, as the gap in fuel prices between the East and the West presents a compelling case for exploring alternative investment opportunities in transportation infrastructure or local fuel companies in the regions where prices are lower.
Moreover, the study suggests that the higher fuel prices in the East could stimulate advances in electric vehicle technology and technology related to the finance industry, as city governments work to mitigate the effects of high fuel prices by promoting transportation alternatives such as EVs and carbon-neutral public transit solutions.
