German logistics market rebounds in 2025 with 21% take-up growth

In 2025, the German logistics real estate market, specifically across the top 8 locations, saw a significant rebound with a 21% annual increase in take-up, reaching approximately 2.78 million m². 

Top 8 take-up logistics - Realogis

This marks a positive shift after three years of decline, according to research by German consultancy Realogis.
The markets analysed include Berlin, Düsseldorf, Cologne, the Ruhr region, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich and Stuttgart.
Munich led in prime rents at €13.50/m², experiencing the highest increase of 23%. Other major cities, such as Berlin (€10.50/m²) and Frankfurt and Stuttgart (both €8.50/m²), also showed strong rental figures. Average rents across the markets increased by 2% from 2024.
The Ruhr region contributed the most to the overall take-up with 603,200 m², followed by Frankfurt (435,200 m²) and Berlin (433,000 m²). Leasing deals continued to dominate, accounting for 94% of all transactions, while owner-occupiers were responsible for the remaining 6%.
Big-box logistics spaces were the most sought-after property type, rising sharply to 1.62 million m² (58% of take-up), while business park take-up declined (15% of take-up).
The logistics and distribution sector was the largest occupier group, responsible for 48% of the take-up, surpassing retail, which came in second at 27%. Manufacturing held an 18% share. Large units (over 10,000 m²) continued to dominate the market, making up 55% of all deals.