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Religious faith differs across age groups and even religious affiliations in Germany.
Belief in God remains a significant feature of German society, particularly among younger generations. New research shows that 39% of Germans said they believe in God, while 40% denied any belief. Another 18% were uncertain.
According to the most recent survey by the Institut für neue soziale Antworten (INSA), religious affiliation continues to influence these attitudes. More than three-quarters of Muslims expressed belief in God, compared to 62% among members of Protestant Free Churches and 57% among smaller Christian communities. Half of all Protestants in state churches said they believe in God, as did 47% of Catholics. Among those without a religious affiliation, 68% rejected belief in God entirely.
Age also played a clear role. Nearly half (46%) of those under 30 said they believe in God, compared with 44% among those aged 30 to 49. Non-belief was strongest among older groups, particularly those aged 60 to 69, where 49% denied belief.
The findings come at a time when churches across Germany are facing a rise in vandalism and property damage, with hundreds of anti-Christian offences recorded last year.
Yet despite growing hostility toward religious institutions, faith appears to remain rooted in the younger generation.
The survey was conducted among 2,004 respondents from October 24th to 27th, 2025.
Rebeka Kis is a fifth-year law student at the University of Pécs. Her main interests are politics and history, with experience in the EU’s day-to-day activities gained as an intern with the Foundation for a Civic Hungary at the European Parliament.
