After a major earthquake in Germany, the ground keeps moving: aftershocks are smaller quakes triggered as the crust adjusts around the fault that ruptured. They are most frequent right after the mainshock and taper off over days to months. This page tracks recent seismic activity across Germany live, so you can follow an aftershock sequence as it happens. For instant alerts the moment a new aftershock strikes near you, the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications.
Recent earthquakes in Germany
- 1.9GERMANY4 hours ago
- 1.0GERMANY4 days ago
- 1.2FRANCE-GERMANY BORDER REGION4 days ago
- 1.5GERMANY5 days ago
- 1.4FRANCE-GERMANY BORDER REGION6 days ago
- 1.3GERMANY1 week ago
- 1.4FRANCE-GERMANY BORDER REGION1 week ago
- 0.6GERMANY1 week ago
- 1.6GERMANY2 weeks ago
- 1.4GERMANY2 weeks ago
- 2.0FRANCE-GERMANY BORDER REGION2 weeks ago
- 1.1FRANCE-GERMANY BORDER REGION3 weeks ago
Aftershocks in Germany - FAQ
Are there aftershocks in Germany right now?
Yes. 1 earthquake has been recorded in Germany in the last 24 hours. The live feed above lists each one as it is detected, so you can watch an aftershock sequence unfold in real time.
How long do aftershocks last after a big earthquake in Germany?
Aftershocks are most frequent in the hours and days right after the mainshock and taper off over time, but a large earthquake can produce aftershocks for months. Their number and size follow well-known patterns (Omori and Bath laws), so activity gradually declines even though individual aftershocks can still be strongly felt.
Can I get an alert for the next aftershock in Germany?
Yes. Turn on browser notifications above to get a heads-up when a new quake is detected near Germany, or install the free QuakeMate app for wake-you-up critical alerts with custom magnitude and region rules.