Germany: 3,281 Songs submitted for the National Final | All Dates

ARD, RTL, and Stefan Raab are personally overseeing the selection of Germany’s representative for Eurovision 2025. Through four shows, the decision will be made on who will represent Germany at the contest, which will take place in Switzerland.

The Shows and Schedule

The first three selection shows will air during prime time on RTL, starting on February 14. The fourth show will be the final, where it will be decided who will compete for Germany in Basel. The final of “Chefsache ESC 2025 – Wer singt für Deutschland?” will take place on March 1 in Hürth and will be broadcast live on ARD at 20:15. Barbara Schöneberger will host all four shows.

ESC 2025 National Selection Dates

• First Show: Friday, February 14, 2025 | RTL
• Second Show: Saturday, February 15, 2025 | RTL
• Third Show: Saturday, February 22, 2025 | RTL
• Final: Saturday, March 1, 2025 | 20:15 | ARD

Over 3,000 Applications Submitted

Whether as solo artists, duos, or bands, with original songs or covers, new talents or established performers—everyone had the chance to apply by November 28 at 23:59 via the Raab Entertainment platform.

A total of 3,281 applications were submitted by solo artists and bands. Among the participants are well-known names and emerging talents from various musical genres. Of these, 1,198 artists submitted original songs, while the oldest applicant is 83 years old. Approximately 20% of the applications came from bands.

Germany’s Search for its ESC 2025 Act

From all applications, a total of 24 acts will be given the chance to compete. As announced by Stefan Raab during the press conference on October 31, 12 acts will perform in both the first and second shows. Raab, along with other jury members, will decide who advances to the next stage. The third show will serve as the final challenge before the grand finale.

Voting System in “Chefsache ESC 2025 – Wer singt für Deutschland?”

In the first three phases, the jury, led by Stefan Raab, will decide which acts progress. However, during the final on March 1, the public will have the sole power to decide who represents Germany in Basel.

“Chefsache ESC 2025 – Wer singt für Deutschland?” is produced by Raab Entertainment for ARD (under the leadership of NDR) and RTL.

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Source: eurovision.de