Emergency Numbers in Germany
Germany has no single emergency number for every service. Call police 110, ambulance 112 and fire 112.
Calling 112 about a crime still gets you help, but 110 goes straight to the police.
Emergency numbers
Helplines and non-emergency numbers
- Out-of-hours doctor (ärztlicher Bereitschaftsdienst) 116 117
- TelefonSeelsorge crisis line 0800 111 0 111
Checked 22 October 2026 against Government of Canada travel advice: Germany. Numbers can change; if you live in Germany, check with your local authority.
German public holidays 2026
Every holiday with its date, long weekends and a calendar download.
Emergency numbers in every country
Police, ambulance and fire numbers side by side, for when you travel.
Emergency numbers in Germany: questions and answers
What is the emergency number in Germany?
Germany has no single emergency number for every service. Call police 110, ambulance 112 and fire 112.
What is the ambulance number in Germany?
For an ambulance in Germany, call 112.
What is the police number in Germany?
To reach the police in Germany, call 110.
What is the fire service number in Germany?
For the fire service in Germany, call 112.
Does 911 work in Germany?
911 is not an emergency number in Germany. Call 112 instead, and do not count on 911 being passed on.
What should I say when I call?
Say where you are first: the address, a landmark or what you can see. Then say what happened, how many people are hurt and whether anyone is in danger. Answer the questions, follow the instructions and stay on the line until the operator says you can hang up.
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