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LGBTQ+ Safety — Germany
What travelers need to know about lgbtq+ safety in Germany. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Germany has no laws criminalizing consensual same-sex relations, same-sex marriage is legal, and federal anti-discrimination law protects people on the basis of sexual orientation. Major cities including Berlin, Munich, Cologne, Hamburg and Frankfurt encourage Pride events.
§ U.S. Department of State - Germany Country InformationVerified Aug 18, 2026
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