Germany

Last updated 18 August 2026

Psychedelic Therapy Legal Landscape

Esketamine (Spravato)

Approved Medicine

GKV-reimbursed for treatment-resistant depression (≥2 failed antidepressants in the current moderate-to-severe episode). A nationwide specialized program excludes Spravato from standard prescriber budgets to ensure solid patient access.

Ketamine Therapy

Off-label

Off-label infusions at private practices in most large cities, roughly €200-400 per session. Note that depression guidelines recommend administration under clinical supervision with an observation period.

MDMA

Trials Only

Controlled substance (Anlage I BtMG). No prescribable medical route is currently open. Legal access remains completely restricted to active Phase II/III clinical research protocols.

LSD

Trials Only

Classified as Anlage I BtMG. Completely prohibited for general medical prescription. Scientific studies and approved research are the only lawful conduits for administration.

Ibogaine

Not Available

Classified as a non-prescribable drug. No medical infrastructure, approved clinical trial, or authorized retreat framework exists within German jurisdiction.

Clinical Trials

Open Route

A highly active scientific pipeline with active Phase III trials (e.g. CYB003) recruiting across Berlin and Munich. Enrollment is free but strictly gated by medical criteria.

Frequently asked questions — Germany

Is ketamine therapy legal in Germany?
Private clinics (self-pay). Off-label infusions at private practices in most large cities, roughly €200–400 per session (courses of six: €1,500–2,500).
Is psilocybin legal in Germany?
Compassionate use — running; confirm listing. In July 2025 Germany became the first EU country with legal pre-approval psilocybin access: a BfArM-listed compassionate-use programme at exactly two sites (ZI Mannheim, OVID Berlin), treatment-resistant depression only, ~50 patients/year, drug free by law, sites select patients.
Is MDMA therapy legal in Germany?
Trials only. Anlage I BtMG — no medical route, and no German MDMA trial is recruiting as of July 2026.
Can I join a psychedelic clinical trial in Germany?
23 studies tracked, 5 active. Recruiting: Ket+CBASP (ketamine + structured psychotherapy), INTENSIFY (Phase 3), and Cybin's CYB003 Phase 3 (German sites); the landmark EPIsoDE psilocybin trial is completed. Participation is free; screening is strict; never pay for "trial access".