Dieter Reiter Loses Munich Mayoral Election, Social Media Accounts Disappear

Dieter Reiter, the former mayor of Munich, Germany, has removed his social media presence following his defeat in the mayoral runoff election on March 22, 2026. The loss marks the end of his twelve-year tenure and a historic shift in Munich’s political landscape.

End of an Era for Reiter

Reiter acknowledged his defeat as the end of his political career, stating, “That’s it from me.” He had served as mayor since May 1, 2014, succeeding Christian Ude. His final day in office is April 30, 2026. Prior to the election, Reiter faced criticism regarding financial arrangements with FC Bayern, which were not initially approved by the Munich city council. He admitted to “screwing up” in his handling of the situation, taking responsibility for the outcome of the election.

Dominik Krause Elected as New Mayor

Dominik Krause of the Green Party defeated Reiter in the runoff election, securing 56.4% of the vote compared to Reiter’s 43.6% . This victory represents a significant milestone, as Krause becomes the first Green mayor in Munich’s history. The result also follows a setback for Reiter’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) in the Rhineland-Palatinate state election held on the same day .

Reiter’s Recent Social Media Activity

In the days leading up to the election, Reiter actively used social media platforms like Instagram to connect with citizens, sharing content such as distributing roses and posting short videos. However, his accounts on Instagram and Facebook were no longer accessible on Monday morning following the election results . He was not active on TikTok.

Past Roles and Affiliations

Throughout his career, Dieter Reiter has held several positions, including:

• Mayor of Munich (2014-2026)
• SPD delegate to the Federal Convention (2017)
• Member of the advisory board of FC Bayern
• Ex officio chairman of the supervisory board of Stadtwerke München (SWM)
• Ex officio member of the supervisory board of Munich Airport and Messe München
• Member of the board of trustees of LMU Munich and the Technical University of Munich (TUM)

Looking Ahead

With Krause’s election, Munich is entering a new political chapter. The shift in leadership signals a potential change in direction for the city, as the Green Party aims to implement its policies and address key issues facing Munich residents.