01 Mar 2023 | 10:53 AM UTC
Germany: Climate activists plan nationwide protests, March 3
Climate activists will protest across Germany, March 3. Increased security, likely localized disruptions.
Event
Environmental activist groups including Fridays for Future plan around 250 protests nationwide, March 3. The groups are calling for increased climate justice and further progress towards climate goals, under the campaign "Klima-Streik". The most significant events are likely to be:
Berlin: Invalidenpark at 12:00
Dortmund: Friedensplatz at 12:00
Frankfurt: Alte Oper at 12:00
Hamburg: Jungfernstieg at 13:00
Munich: Odeonsplatz at 12:00.
Attendance will vary by location, however the larger events are likely to attract thousands of protesters. Demonstrations are likely to take place in city centers, central squares, and outside government buildings. Heightened security and associated road closures are likely to cause localized traffic disruptions. Protests are likely to pass off peacefully.
Advice
Avoid all protest sites if possible. Check for disruptions before beginning journeys and plan alternative routes if necessary. Follow local travel and security advice.
