The German hospitality industry took in a total of 8.5 percent more than in 2022. Adjusted for inflation (real), however, there was only an increase of 1.1 percent.
Gastronomy in particular has been severely affected by the significantly increased costs of personnel, food and energy since 2022. The expiry of the tax relief at the beginning of 2024 has significantly clouded the mood. “It is becoming increasingly difficult for companies to work economically,” said Guido Zöllick of the German Hotel and Restaurant Association.