Cannabis in Germany: What the Law Has Allowed Since 2024
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What adults can possess
Persons aged at least 18 years can carry up to 25 grams of cannabis on them. At home, the limit is set at 50 grams of dried cannabis.
The law also permits personal cultivation of three cannabis plants per adult, provided that the plants and products are protected from access by minors and third parties.
What are cultivation associations?
Since July 1, 2024, non-profit cultivation associations can collectively grow cannabis for their adult members. They are subject to authorization, control obligations, and a membership limit.
- distribution is reserved for adult members;
- quantities are limited per day and per month;
- stricter rules apply to members under 21 years old;
- on-site consumption is prohibited;
- advertising and sponsorship are forbidden.
Where is consumption still prohibited?
Consumption remains prohibited in several sensitive areas, notably near schools, facilities hosting children, playgrounds, and public sports facilities. Time and geographic restrictions may also apply in pedestrian zones.
Local rules and their enforcement may evolve. It is therefore necessary to consult official information before any travel or event.
Can cannabis be transported between France and Germany?
No. The German authorization does not allow free crossing of the border with cannabis. Import, export, and cross-border transport remain prohibited outside legally provided frameworks.
And what about driving?
The possession reform does not mean that driving after consumption is risk-free or automatically allowed. Cannabis can impair attention, reaction time, and perception. German road rules must be checked separately, especially for young drivers, professionals, and situations combining cannabis and alcohol.
A saliva self-test does not constitute authorization to drive. It cannot guarantee the result of a subsequent check and does not precisely measure fitness to drive.
What this reform does not change
Cannabis remains a psychoactive product that can cause addiction, anxiety disorders, cognitive impairment, and accidents. The legal framework aims notably to protect minors and reduce certain harms, without eliminating health risks.
