Germany Faces Rising Drug Challenges as Cocaine Use Surges

Reports highlight record cocaine seizures, increased consumption, and growing concerns over crack and synthetic opioids.

Cocaine is now the most commonly consumed illegal drug in Germany, with usage rates and treatment cases significantly rising in recent years.
Authorities seized 43 tons of cocaine in 2023, more than double the amount from the previous year, underscoring a surge in drug trafficking.
Crack cocaine is creating severe health and social challenges in urban areas, with experts warning of its rapid addictiveness and visible impact on users' well-being.
Synthetic opioids like fentanyl are an emerging concern, with reports of rising fatalities linked to their use or mixing with other substances.
Calls for stronger support systems, including drug consumption rooms and faster toxicological analyses, are growing as addiction services face funding shortages.