Cannabis in Germany

Cannabis in Germany was legalised for recreational use by adults (aged 18 and over) on 1 April 2024, making Germany the ninth country to do so. It became the first major European Union member state to adopt nationwide legalisation. As of early 2024, an estimated 4.5 million Germans use cannabis.

The reform allows adults to possess limited amounts of cannabis and to cultivate a small number of plants for personal use. From July 2024, non-profit cannabis social clubs also became legal. Licensed commercial sales were excluded from the initial legislation, a decision that attracted criticism.

Implementation has been shaped by European Union law, requiring a phased approach and limiting the scope of commercial distribution. Future stages may include pilot projects for regulated sales.

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