Despite being known for their love of sausages and schnitzel, Germans have been steadily eating less meat over the past few years
Visitors attend the Vegan Summer Festival at Alexanderplatz square in Berlin on June 16, 2023. Despite being known for their love of sausages and schnitzel, Germans have been steadily eating less meat over the past few years. Image: Odd Andersen / AFP
Florian Busmann used to enjoy sausages and steak on the barbecue in summer, but these days he prefers meat substitutes and grilled vegetables like aubergines and peppers.
"Eating less meat is definitely a contribution to both the environment and animals. And it is also healthy," the 28-year-old local government worker told AFP at the Vegan Summer Festival in Berlin.
Despite being known for their love of sausages and schnitzel, Germans have been steadily eating less meat over the past few years.