Market Overview

The Germany shrimp market size reached USD 3.23 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 5.08 Billion by 2033. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.61% during the forecast period 2025-2033. This growth is driven by increasing consumer demand for healthy and sustainable seafood options, rising popularity of shrimp dishes in foodservice, and interest in ethically sourced shrimp across retail and dining sectors.

Study Assumption Years

  • Base Year: 2024
  • Historical Year/Period: 2019-2024
  • Forecast Year/Period: 2025-2033

Germany Shrimp Market Key Takeaways

  • Current Market Size: USD 3.23 Billion in 2024
  • CAGR: 4.61% from 2025 to 2033
  • Forecast Period: 2025-2033
  • Increasing consumer preference for healthy diets and high-protein, low-fat shrimp
  • Growth in seafood consumption trends, especially in urban centers
  • Expansion of premium seafood offerings demanding fresh, sustainable, and high-quality shrimp
  • Rising number of foodservice outlets including shrimp dishes on menus
  • Popularity surge of e-commerce platforms selling fresh and frozen shrimp products

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Market Growth Factors

The​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ shrimp market in Germany has been growing continuously over the last few years as a result of changing consumer tastes and lifestyle changes, especially their interest in healthy eating. Shrimp becomes the most popular food for its nutritional value, which is a high protein and low fat, thus perfectly meeting the demand for healthful seafood choices. Most of the increase in seafood consumption has happened in urban areas, which has contributed a lot to market expansion and reflects the flourishing consumer awareness and preference.

The German shrimp market has expanded as a result of the country's demand for high-quality seafood products. Consumers are looking for fresh, sustainable, and top-quality shrimp more and more. This trend keeps on getting more and more shrimp less from farming and more from environmentally friendly sources, which in turn raises the market price. On top of that, the coming-to-be multiplied number of foodservice outlets serves yshrimp dishes, among them fine dining and fast-casual restaurants, which help to satisfy consumers' diverse tastes and preferences.

The expansion of the online business of fresh and frozen seafood, thus the shrimp becoming more accessible for household consumption, is only one of the many reasons for further growth of the market. At the same time, trade agreements and the different distribution channels have eased the process of the shrimp importation in Germany. The focus on sustainability issues is currently the most significant factor for the most considerable changes occurring in the supply chains and consumers' choices. The demand for certified shrimp that are raised in a way that protects the environment is increasing. The collaboration between the government and the rest of the world in general promotes not only supply chain transparency but also good practices in production, which leads to market growth in the long ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌term.

Market Segmentation

Environment Insights:

  • Farmed Shrimp
  • Wild Shrimp

The report offers a detailed analysis and breakup of the market based on the environment segment, focusing on farmed and wild shrimp types.

Species Insights:

  • Penaeus Vannamei
  • Penaeus Monodon
  • Macrobrachium Rosenbergii
  • Others

Detailed segmentation by species is provided with specific analysis for penaeus vannamei, penaeus monodon, macrobrachium rosenbergii, and other shrimp species.

Shrimp Size Insights:

  • <21
  • 21-25
  • 26-30
  • 31-40
  • 41-50
  • 51-60
  • 61-70
  • >70

The market is segmented by shrimp sizes with detailed breakup for multiple size ranges from less than 21 grams to above 70 grams.

Distribution Channel Insights:

  • Hypermarkets and Supermarkets
  • Convenience Stores
  • Hotels and Restaurants
  • Online Sales
  • Others

The distribution channels covered in the report include traditional retail formats, foodservice, and online sales, with comprehensive analysis.

Regional Insights

The report analyzes major regional markets in Germany including Western Germany, Southern Germany, Eastern Germany, and Northern Germany. However, specific data on dominant region market shares or CAGR statistics are not provided in the source.

Recent Developments & News

In April 2025, Pacific Seafood inaugurated its first European office in Hamburg, Germany, enhancing supply chains for high-quality coldwater shrimp aligned with its "Mission 31" initiative to grow market presence in Europe. In November 2024, WEDA Dammann & Westerkamp GmbH partnered with Damm Aquakultur to advance sustainable shrimp farming technology in Germany. Their collaboration focuses on sustainable husbandry, feeding systems, and water treatment to boost production efficiency and promote sustainable shrimp farming, supporting overall market growth.

Key Players

  • Pacific Seafood
  • WEDA Dammann & Westerkamp GmbH
  • Damm Aquakultur

 

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