Peaceful protests in Nuremberg: People set an example against extremism!

Peaceful protests in Nuremberg: People set an example against extremism!

On Monday evening, June 17, 2025, the Nuremberg city center caused a lot of excitement when several political meetings and counter -protests took place. Under the motto "Alliance against right -wing extremism - ban!" Around 90 people gathered on the western side of the grain market from 6:30 p.m. Around 300 participants with various concerns formed on the opposite, eastern side. In doing so, they reacted to the increasing tendencies of right -wing extremism in Germany, a problem that has grown continuously for years. [BILD.de reports that ...] (https://www.bild.de/regional/nuernberg/nuernberg-politische--und-zorseproteste-itlich-itlich-itlich-itlich-itlicht--itung

The police were well prepared and had set up a barrier grille in advance to prevent the two political camps from being encountered directly. With a large contingent she was on site and looked after the events. The opposite classes included "Nuremberg Nazi -Frei", "Mahnwache against the Monday demo from the human rights team" and "musicians against Nazis". The atmosphere was tense, but the police had control and was able to turn conflicts directly. The Bavarian police emphasize that ...

a turbulent evening

Already at the beginning of the events, counter -demonstrators luminous torches and attached banners to the union house. At around 7:25 p.m. the first demonstration train started to move and meandered through the city center, while the counter -demonstrators chose an alternative route. In several places there were seating blocks that were avoided by the police. In the hustle and bustle of the evening, a few constraints had to be used, which led to the arrest of a person. This was treated on the basis of resistance and a headplace wound.

The police also had to initiate several investigations, especially for assault, theft and violations of the Bavarian Assembly Act. Ultimately, the protests ended around 9:15 p.m. without major incidents. A considerable use of forces was on site, including the Nuremberg Mitte police inspection and other support units that all worked in hand to ensure security.

right -wing extremism in focus

In recent years, the problem of right -wing extremism has manifested itself in Germany. In 2024, 37,835 right -wing extremist crimes were registered - an increase of 47.4 % compared to the previous year. The acts of violence also increased, with an increase to 1,281 cases. This clearly shows that the events in Nuremberg are part of a larger, worrying trend that society has to face. The Protection of the Constitution refers to…

The increasing numbers, especially with regard to xenophobic acts of violence, are alarming. Topics such as asylum, migration and queer hostility are increased by right -wing extremist groups, which underlines the importance of such protests. The demonstrators and the police agree: it is essential to raise awareness of this problem and actively tackle it.