# Political demonstrations and counter-protests in Germany

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/political-demonstrations-and-counter-protests-in-germany
> Updated: 2026-09-17T19:32:08.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Political tensions and demonstrations involving anti-government or right-wing movements have emerged in German cities. In Bamberg, the ‘Einigkeit für Deutschland / Projekt M1llion’ movement registered a demonstration of up to 10,000 people, presenting an 11-point plan that demands the resignation of the federal government and new elections. This has prompted large-scale counter-protests from groups such as ‘Omas gegen Rechts’ and ‘Fridays for Future’ to promote social cohesion.

Similarly, in Darmstadt, local authorities and a broad coalition have organized a counter-demonstration to oppose a planned gathering by the ‘Reichsbürger’ movement. The city issued a formal resolution against the event, noting that the movement’s denial of the legitimacy of the Federal Republic of Germany contradicts the principles of human dignity and the rule of law.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: Darmstadt opposes planned Reichsbürger gathering

Darmstadt officials and local coalitions are organizing protests against a planned ‘Reichsbürger’ gathering on September 26, 2026, to defend democratic institutions and the rule of law.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/darmstadt-opposes-planned-reichsbrger-gathering

### 2026-09-10: Bamberg faces major political clash as right-wing and counter-protests converge

Up to 10,000 participants are expected for a right-wing demonstration in Bamberg, met by massive counter-protests from civil society groups aiming to promote social cohesion.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/altenburger-land-hosts-monument-tours-and-community-festivals

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