Upcoming European elections - Southern west youths frequently support minor political parties.
The CDU led the pack among the traditional parties, acquiring 21% of young voters' votes. The AfD was close behind them with 16% support.
Around 7.8 million Germans had the right to cast their votes during the European elections. The Statistical Office of the Federal State also reported that around 830,000 citizens from other EU countries had the option to vote either in their home country or Germany.
Ministry of Interior: European elections 2019 results [Baden-Württemberg] Statistical Office of the Federal State: European elections [data]
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The CDU's strong performance in the Southwest region of Germany, specifically in Baden-Württemberg, reflected their popularity among young voters. Stuttgart, being a major city in Baden-Württemberg, saw the CDU secure a significant portion of votes. Despite the CDU's lead, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) also gained significant support, particularly among younger voters, making them a notable force in the European elections. Interestingly, the turnout for the European elections in Germany was similar to that of the European elections in Stuttgart, revealing a strong participation of German and EU citizens in these elections across Europe.
