There are billions of euros in dormant bank accounts across Germany. Whose money is it and what to do with it?
3 Jun 2026, 09:25 GMT
Topic: Business
Source URL: https://www.dw.com/en/there-are-billions-of-euros-in-dormant-bank-accounts-across-germany-whose-money-is-it-and-what-to-do-with-it/a-77167930?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
Billions of euros sit untouched in dormant bank accounts in Germany. With heirs unaware and no central register in place, banks and politicians are debating who should ultimately control the money.