Publications

The Federal Statistical Office's entire publication programme, which includes subject-matter series and many other publications, is available for download free of charge. Most of the specialised publications are only available in the German language at Publikationen. Printed publications can be ordered from our distribution partner.

In the Spotlight: Older People in Germany and the European Union (EU)

There are ever fewer young people, but more and more older people. This is true of the EU countries and especially of Germany. But precisely what does that mean? The publication "Older People in Germany and the European Union (EU)" shows how older people live, what they do and how they are. It also illustrates that old age does not necessarily equal the evening of life and retirement and that, instead, one can actively participate in shaping it. Just have a look at what old age has to offer.

STATmagazin – New ways for our range of information

With our STATmagazin, we offer up-to-date and specially edited information on topics that are the focus of public discussion. Authors from all statistical areas write articles for you, dealing with the latest information and thus providing comprehensive and independent statistical background knowledge.

You may also subscribe to the STATmagazin editions using our RSS-Newsfeeds. This will keep you informed about current articles, even if you have not opened our pages.

Statistical Yearbook 2010 published (only German language)

The Statistical Yearbook for the Federal Republic of Germany is the "classic publication" of the Federal Statistical Office.
It describes the social life and the economy in Germany.
As it comprises data from all areas of official statistics, it is equally suited for reference and for browsing.
You may obtain information on the population, the labour market and earnings or the development of prices in Germany. Or are you more interested in education and health, in culture or the environment? In any case, you will get an up-to-date picture of the situation in Germany.

Apart from many subject-matter publications of a general and special nature we also offer you Quality Reports containing information on the methodology, the quality and the definitions of statistical indicators.

Selected publications of the Statistical Office of the European Union (Eurostat) are available at European Data Service (EDS).