2025 Election Results: Complete Coverage
The 2025 German federal election brought major shifts on February 23. CDU/CSU claimed the largest bloc with 28.5% of second votes and 208 seats. The far-right AfD surged to 20.8% and 152 seats. SPD recorded its worst result since 1887 at 16.4%. Voter turnout reached 82.5%, the highest in decades.
No national election results exist yet for Canada, Australia, the UK, or Chile. Their polls are scheduled later in 2025. Germany’s snap vote followed the November 2024 collapse of Olaf Scholz’s coalition.
Official tallies confirm 630 seats in the 21st Bundestag, from five parties after FDP and BSW fell below 5%.
What Are the Key 2025 Election Results Across Major Countries?
| Major Winners | Vote Shares | Turnout | Surprises |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDU/CSU (Germany, 208 seats) | CDU/CSU 28.5%, AfD 20.8% | Germany 82.5% | AfD doubles to second; SPD historic low |
- CDU/CSU leads with 28.5% but misses 30% expectations.
- AfD gains 69 seats to 152, strongest in eastern states.
- SPD drops 86 seats to 120, worst since 1887.
- Greens lose 33 seats to 85 at 11.6%.
- Die Linke rises 25 seats to 64 at 8.8%.
- FDP and BSW fail 5% threshold, no seats.
- 82.5% turnout from 60.5 million eligible voters.
| Party | Vote Share (%) | Seats | Change from 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDU/CSU | 28.5 | 208 | +11 |
| AfD | 20.8 | 152 | +69 |
| SPD | 16.4 | 120 | -86 |
| Greens | 11.6 | 85 | -33 |
| Die Linke | 8.8 | 64 | +25 |
| FDP/BSW | <5 | 0 | Failed entry |
Who Won the German Federal Election 2025?
CDU/CSU secured the most seats at 208 in the 630-seat Bundestag, positioning them to lead the next government. The election served as a snap vote after the “traffic light” coalition’s breakdown.
Party Breakdown
AfD claimed second place with strong eastern support, including up to 39% in Thuringia among some voter groups. Official results show 49.9 million valid second votes cast.
Voter participation hit 82.5%, reflecting high engagement amid political turmoil.
Regional Shifts
East-west divides deepened, with AfD dominating former GDR states. CDU/CSU breakdown: 164 CDU, 44 CSU seats.
What Is the Timeline of 2025 Election Results Announcements?
- November 2024: Chancellor Scholz’s coalition collapses, triggering snap election (Wikipedia).
- February 23, 2025: Polling day for federal election (Federal Returning Officer).
- February 24-25, 2025: Preliminary results emerge nationwide.
- Late February 2025: Official tallies certified, confirming vote shares and seats (ECPR The Loop).
- Ongoing: Coalition talks begin, no final agreements as of latest data.
How Do 2025 Election Results Impact Governments?
Germany’s outcome reduces parties from seven to five, potentially heightening polarization. CDU/CSU eyes chancellorship, but coalition partners remain undecided.
No major parties plan to govern with AfD despite its 152 seats.
SPD and Greens face punishment for prior coalition role, losing over 20% combined vote share. East-west rifts widen from Merkel-era patterns (FES).
630 total seats require majority coalition exceeding 315 for stability.
What Remains Confirmed Versus Uncertain?
| Established Facts | Unclear Details |
|---|---|
| German vote shares, seats, 82.5% turnout (Results Wiki) | Coalition agreements, new chancellor timeline |
| Five parties enter Bundestag | Canada, Australia, others—no results yet |
| AfD second place, eastern strength (Statista) | Policy shifts post-formation |
Background on Germany’s 2025 Snap Election
Traditional Newspaper – Definition, History, Types and Future outlets detailed the coalition’s fall after budget disputes. The vote marked upheaval from 2021 dynamics.
Official Sources Confirming Results
Official second vote tallies and seat allocations verified by Federal Returning Officer.
Wikipedia aggregates data matching authority figures.
Summary of 2025 Election Outcomes
Germany’s February 2025 election reshaped politics with CDU/CSU ahead, AfD rising, and high turnout, while other nations await polls. Impacts include coalition uncertainty and polarization. For historical media context, see Newspaper – Complete Guide to History Types Role.
What was the voter turnout in the 2025 German election?
82.5%, with 49.9 million valid second votes from 60.5 million eligible.
Which parties entered the 2025 German Bundestag?
CDU/CSU, AfD, SPD, Greens, Die Linke. FDP and BSW below 5%.
Did AfD win enough for government?
152 seats, second place, but isolated—no partners willing.
Are there 2025 results for Canada or Australia?
No, scheduled later: Canada October, Australia May.
What caused Germany’s snap election?
November 2024 collapse of Scholz’s traffic light coalition.
How many seats in the new Bundestag?
630 total, CDU/CSU holds 208.
Was SPD’s result historic?
Yes, worst since 1887 at 16.4% and 120 seats.
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