Two percent of Germany's area without mobile internet - Germany's 23,500 Mobile 'Blank Spots' Persist, 83% in Forests
Germany still grapples with mobile internet coverage gaps, with two percent of its land area, totalling 7,518 square kilometers, lacking LTE connectivity. This amounts to around 23,500 'blank spots'. Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger is pushing for swift action to tackle this issue.
The majority of these underserved areas, around 28,000 households, are found in Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. Conversely, Saarland and Schleswig-Holstein report minimal mobile coverage deficiencies. Authorities are currently investigating the causes of these remaining gaps to devise tailored solutions.
A significant factor is the terrain. A staggering 83 percent of blank spots are located in wooded regions. To overcome this challenge, the German federal government and telecommunications companies have agreed on targeted measures. These include framework agreements with state forestry authorities to facilitate infrastructure expansion in state forests. This approach aims to tackle accessibility challenges and high costs associated with expanding mobile broadband in these areas.
With around 23,500 'blank spots' still present, Germany is working diligently to close its mobile internet gaps. The focus is on forested areas, which account for 83 percent of coverage gaps. By collaborating with state forestry agencies, authorities hope to accelerate network expansion and bridge the digital divide.
