Some classic Valentine’s Day gifts have risen more sharply for consumers over the past year. According to the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis), chocolate prices in 2025 were 17.8 % higher than in 2024, while cut‑flower prices were 5.3 % greater.
Those who prefer to dine out rather than give chocolates or flowers also faced higher costs: the prices for food and drinks in restaurants, cafés, bars and similar venues increased by 3.6 % compared with 2024. By contrast, overall consumer prices in the same period climbed 2.2 %.
In a medium‑term comparison, classic Valentine’s Day gifts have continued to outpace general inflation. In 2025, consumers paid 41.7 % more for chocolates than in 2020, cut‑flower prices were 38.2 % higher, and food and drink prices at restaurants, cafés, bars and similar venues rose 31.8 %. Over the same period, overall consumer prices increased by 21.9 %.
