Bad Honnef and Neuss implement new municipal taxes from July 2026

The city of Bad Honnef will introduce a 5 percent accommodation tax on paid overnight stays in hotels, guesthouses, holiday apartments, campsites and similar facilities. The tax applies to the net price per night, is collected by the accommodation providers, and must be reported quarterly. The first tax return for the period April‑June 2026 is due at the beginning of July 2026, even if no taxable stays occurred.

In Neuss, the municipal council approved two fiscal measures. From 1 July 2026 the annual dog tax rises from €79 to €96 per animal, the first increase since 2012. Additionally, the B‑rate of the property tax (Grundsteuer B) is lifted to 800 percent points, retroactive to 1 January 2026. The higher rate is expected to generate about €10.7 million in extra revenue each year, translating into roughly €10‑20 more per month for typical residential properties.