Last updated: 16 July 2026
As of 27 May 2026, 14 cannabis cultivation associations (Anbauvereinigungen) in Berlin had been officially approved under § 11 of the German Cannabis Act (KCanG) (written parliamentary enquiry, Berlin House of Representatives, printed paper 19/26126). According to private directories such as the Deutscher Hanfverband and Anbauverein-Verzeichnis.de, roughly 11 to 12 clubs are currently listed by name. The discrepancy arises because newly approved clubs are not always added to public directories straight away, and some clubs choose not to make their approval public.
The competent authority is the State Office for Health and Social Affairs Berlin (LAGeSo), Department IV G, which has been responsible for all cannabis cultivation association applications in Berlin since 1 November 2024.
Most clubs charge a one-off registration fee of €50–250 plus a monthly membership fee of €60–150 (Anbauverein-Verzeichnis.de). Waiting times are usually between 3 and 12 months. Several clubs have already reached the statutory maximum of 500 members and have closed to new applicants.
This guide explains which clubs are currently accepting new members, how membership works and how Berlin compares with other federal states. If you are looking for cannabis clubs in a different city, the biggest difference usually lies in how quickly the local authority processes applications. More on that in the comparison section further down the article.
Legal framework: the Cannabis Act (KCanG) and how Berlin implements it
The German Cannabis Act (KCanG) came into force in two stages.
Since 1 April 2024, adults have been allowed to possess up to 25 grams of cannabis in public and to grow up to three cannabis plants at home for personal use (German Federal Bar Association).
The second stage began on 1 July 2024, when cannabis cultivation associations were legalised. From that date, clubs could officially apply for an official licence (Federal Ministry of Health).
Initially, responsibility for reviewing these applications was spread across Berlin's 12 district offices. This resulted in inconsistent procedures and long waiting times. By January 2025, only 23 applications had been submitted, and just one club had received approval, from the Marzahn-Hellersdorf district office (Krautinvest, 22/01/2025).
Because of these delays, one cannabis club relocated to Oranienburg in Brandenburg during 2024, after failing to find either a suitable cultivation site or a clear licensing authority in Berlin (Tagesspiegel, 30/10/2024).
To improve the process, Berlin transferred full responsibility for approvals to the LAGeSo on 1 November 2024. On-site inspections continue to be carried out by the district offices.
On 30 January 2025, the LAGeSo issued its first licence to a club in Treptow-Köpenick. At that point, 18 further applications were already being processed (LAGeSo press release, 31/01/2025).
Applications can be submitted in writing or electronically and are processed in the order in which they are received. Each licence is valid for seven years and can be renewed after a minimum of five years (LAGeSo FAQ).
The law permits one cannabis cultivation association per 6,000 inhabitants. Based on Berlin's population, that means the city could theoretically have around 600 clubs. So far only 14 clubs have been approved – about 2% of the theoretical maximum.
Approved cannabis clubs in Berlin
The following clubs were listed as approved in spring and summer 2026 in at least one of the two largest cannabis club directories (Deutscher Hanfverband; Anbauverein-Verzeichnis.de).
| Club | District | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Green Leaf Society e.V. | Marzahn-Hellersdorf | Approved (first club approved in Berlin, August 2024) |
| Lucas Green e.V. | — | Approved, accepting members |
| White Lake Weed e.V. | — | Approved, accepting members |
| Gourmet Greens Royal e.V. | Steglitz-Zehlendorf | Approved, accepting members |
| Cannamo Cannabis Club e.V. | — | Approved, accepting members |
| 1000 Berlin 15 e.V. | Neukölln | Approved, accepting members |
| MONKEYZ Berlin e.V. | Marzahn-Hellersdorf | Approved, accepting members |
| Weed Club & Friends e.V. | Lichtenberg | Approved, accepting members |
| QUSH Berlin e.V. | Lichtenberg | Approved, accepting members |
| Tom Hemp's e.V. | — | Approved, accepting members |
| Ambrosia CSC e.V. | Reinickendorf | Approved, accepting members |
Further clubs, including Green Valley Club, 420 Dream, Grandma's Garden and CSC Berlin Brandenburg West, are also listed as active by WeedVibes. These entries do not always match the official figure of 14 approved clubs, however.
Two further clubs, NTC GreenBerlin and Blütezeit, currently operate waiting lists instead of open enrolment.
Unlike the federal state of Lower Saxony, which has published an official public list of approved clubs since April 2026, neither the LAGeSo nor the Berlin Senate has published a complete official list. Private directories therefore remain the most useful source of information, even though they are not official registers.
Before joining a club, it is advisable to read the club's statutes and ask to see proof of its official licence.
How do you become a member?
To join a cannabis cultivation association in Germany, you must:
- be at least 18 years old
- have been resident in Germany for at least six months
- confirm in writing or electronically that you are not already a member of another cannabis club
You must also present valid official photo ID (§ 13 KCanG).
You do not have to live in Berlin to join a Berlin cannabis club. Most members do live nearby, though, since cannabis can only be collected in person at the club.
By law, every club must:
- set a minimum membership period of three months
- terminate the membership if a member moves their permanent residence abroad
The joining process is usually straightforward:
- fill in the online application on the club's website
- verify your identity and age
- pay the registration fee and the first monthly contribution
Berlin clubs currently charge:
- €50–250 one-off registration fee
- €60–150 per month
The exact price depends on the individual club and its cultivation capacity (Anbauverein-Verzeichnis.de). Since every cannabis club may have no more than 500 members, waiting lists are common once that limit is reached.
Board members and other legal representatives of a club must also be members of the club.
What does a cannabis social club in Berlin offer?
A cannabis social club, officially known as a cannabis cultivation association (Cannabis-Anbauvereinigung), grows cannabis exclusively for its members' own use. Selling cannabis to non-members is not permitted.
Each club decides for itself which cannabis strains it grows. Most Berlin clubs offer a mix of indica, sativa and hybrid strains. The range of strains often changes after each harvest, which is why no single list can be given that applies to all clubs.
The law sets clear limits on how much cannabis members may receive (§ 12 KCanG).
Members aged 21 and over may receive:
- up to 25 grams per day
- up to 50 grams per calendar month
Members aged between 18 and 20 may receive:
- up to 25 grams per day
- up to 30 grams per month
- cannabis with a maximum THC content of 10%
Cannabis that is not distributed to members must be destroyed without delay. Clubs may not retain quantities that exceed the statutory limits.
These limits are legal requirements, not medical recommendations. If you have questions about cannabis use or health risks, you should consult a medical professional or a BZgA drug counselling centre (nationwide 01806 313031). This article is for information purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Cannabis clubs in Berlin compared with other federal states
As of 10 July 2026, 413 cannabis cultivation associations had been approved nationwide. A total of 864 applications had been submitted – meaning more than half of all applications are still awaiting a decision or have been rejected (Hanfjournal, 10/07/2026).
How quickly clubs obtain approval depends above all on the individual federal state, not just on the national Cannabis Act.
Some states process applications faster than others:
- Lower Saxony, Hamburg and Brandenburg are considered comparatively fast and cooperative.
- Bavaria takes a markedly more restrictive approach and has approved only a handful of clubs.
Current figures:
- Hamburg: 16 approved clubs (the highest number per inhabitant in Germany)
- Baden-Württemberg: around 35 approved clubs
- Bavaria: only 9 approved clubs
With 14 officially approved clubs and a population of almost 3.9 million people, Berlin sits mid-table in the national comparison. The city performs better than Bavaria, but still lags well behind Hamburg in terms of clubs per inhabitant.
Berlin could theoretically have around 600 cannabis clubs, so the current figure of 14 represents only a small fraction of the legal maximum.
Since April 2026, Lower Saxony has published an official public list of approved cannabis clubs. Berlin has not yet introduced comparable transparency.
