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Gastronomy in Northern Upper Palatinate: tax relief without price reduction!
Tirschenreuth: Gastronomy remains expensive despite sales tax reductions, skeptical union calls for fair prices and wages.
Gastronomy in Northern Upper Palatinate: tax relief without price reduction!
There are some changes coming to the gastronomy industry in Northern Upper Palatinate, but expectations are muted. From January 1, 2026, sales tax on food will fall from 19 to 7 percent. However, no price reductions are expected in the companies in the region, which, according to the NGG, have around 850 employees in around 150 catering establishments in Weiden and around 830 employees in 180 establishments in the Neustadt an der Waldnaab district. Loud oberpfalzecho.de Rainer Reißfelder, the regional managing director of the NGG, expresses clear skepticism about price optimization by restaurateurs.
The main reasons for maintaining prices are obvious: high energy costs and rising wages. From January 2026, the minimum wage will rise to 13.90 euros per hour, which restaurateurs believe is not enough to pay their employees fairly. The NGG advises guests to keep an eye on the prices of their favorite dishes and to take photos of the menus if necessary. In addition, they should not be afraid to address the innkeepers directly about the use of tax relief and the fair remuneration of staff.
A moral call
Reißfelder has a clear suggestion for the guests: He suggests applying “moral gastro pressure” in order to initiate positive change in the companies. Even in times of economic challenges, a rethink could take place if consumers exercise their influence. The gastronomic sector plays a significant role in the region, which is why the situation should be monitored closely.
The numbers speak for themselves: In the Tirschenreuth district, almost 180 companies employ around 710 people and make it clear that this industry provides a livelihood for many. The employment agency thus shows how important the catering industry actually is for the local economy.
So while restaurateurs are thinking about how to deal with the new framework conditions, it remains to be seen how prices and the well-being of employees will develop. Interested readers can keep up to date to find out what steps the gastronomy industry in Northern Upper Palatinate is taking. Ultimately, it is also a shared responsibility of guests and hosts to promote a fair and healthy gastronomy culture.
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