Current time in Berlin, Germany
Central European Summer Time (CEST) · UTC+2
About Berlin
Berlin is the capital of Germany and the seat of its federal government and parliament. Beyond politics, it is a major centre for start-ups, media and the arts, and its history as a once-divided city draws visitors to the Brandenburg Gate, the remains of the Berlin Wall and its many museums and galleries.
Berlin is on Central European Time (UTC+1) in winter and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) in summer. All of Germany uses the same zone, as do neighbours such as France, Poland, Austria and the Netherlands, so most of continental Europe shows the same time as Berlin. Office hours commonly run from around 8 or 9am to 5 or 6pm, Monday to Friday, one hour ahead of London.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Berlin in?
Berlin is in the Central European Summer Time time zone (CEST), which is UTC+2.
Does Berlin observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Berlin observes daylight saving time. Clocks go back 1 hour on 25 October 2026
What is the time difference between Berlin and UTC?
Berlin is currently UTC+2.
What is the dialling code for Berlin?
The international dialling code for Berlin is +49.
When is the best time to call Berlin from London?
Working hours (9:00–17:00) overlap from 09:00 to 16:00 in London, which is 10:00 to 17:00 in Berlin.


