City guide · Germany
Buying ultra-luxury watches in Berlin
Berlin and Glashütte (~2 hours south) are the homeland for A. Lange & Söhne. Wempe Berlin is the flagship of Wempe's global retail network. German collectors value movement architecture above all — Lange three-quarter plate culture is mainstream here.
Tax & import regime
| VAT / sales tax | 19% VAT (reclaimable) |
|---|---|
| Import duty | 0% |
| Market tier | Lange Homeland Market |
Auction houses · Berlin
- None major (Phillips Geneva handles)
Key retailers
- Wempe Berlin flagship
- Lange & Söhne Concept Stores
Best for
A. Lange & Söhne acquisition at lower friction. Wempe-network allocations. Glashütte heritage pieces.