Temperatures in many parts of Germany are expected to approach 30 degrees Celsius this weekend, and there is actually only one solution: head to the nearest ice cream shop.
But, according to a YouGov survey commissioned by the DPA and published on Saturday, while the price of a bunch of iced teas may not drive you crazy, they may at least bother you a little.
In Germany, nearly two-thirds (64%) thought ice cream prices were too high, surveying about 2,000 people aged 18 and older.
Six out of 10 respondents said they “always” or “once” order fewer spoons due to the price increase. However, for a 28% price, the price has no effect on the number of spoons they buy. Most people buy two spoons (50%) or three spoons (23%).
The price of the spoon is 1.30 euros ($1.52) to 2.80 euros
In some parts of Germany, ice cream has become more expensive than last year. “Some ice cream shops have raised prices,” said Annalisa Carnio, spokeswoman for the German Association of Italian Ice Cream Manufacturers.
But, overall, like inflation, price levels remain relatively stable, just like other food sectors.
Canio said ice cream yards rarely complain.
“Customers know everything is getting more expensive. Some people complain, but they are in the minority,” she said.
Uniteis represents the interests of 900 members, of which about 2,000 ice cream shops produce their own ice cream.
