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How much does a nursing home cost in Germany? Understanding the 2025 rates

According to a 2025 report from the Association of Statutory Health Insurance Funds (VDEK), average monthly nursing home costs have surpassed €3,000 for the first time. This guide breaks down how much a nursing home costs in Germany, exploring the various factors that influence the final price and outlining the system of statutory long-term care insurance (Pflegeversicherung) that offsets some of these expenses.