Region / Service | Phone Number | Notes |
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Headquarters (Bonn, Germany) | +49 228 429 0 | Corporate office |
Headquarters (Berlin, Germany) | +49 30 4646 6400 | Main editorial office |
Customer Support (General Inquiries) | +49 228 429 3208 | Viewer & listener services |
Customer Support (DW Akademie) | +49 30 4646 8500 | Training and media development |
Customer Support (Advertising & Sponsorship) | +49 228 429 2700 | Advertising division |
Customer Support (International – UK) | +44 20 3027 7900 | Global helpline (London office) |
Deutsche Welle (DW) is Germany’s international public broadcaster, headquartered in Bonn and Berlin. Founded in 1953, DW provides independent news and cultural programming to a global audience in 32 languages via TV, radio, and digital platforms. Its mission is to present Germany’s perspective on global affairs, promote democratic values, and foster intercultural understanding.
DW operates DW News, multiple TV channels, and one of the world’s largest multilingual online services. It is fully funded by the German federal government but maintains editorial independence.
Key Features:
Established in 1953, headquartered in Bonn and Berlin, Germany.
Germany’s international broadcaster, comparable to BBC World Service.
Produces content in 32 languages across TV, radio, and digital.
Known for DW News, documentaries, and cultural programs.
Runs DW Akademie, promoting journalism training worldwide.
Available on satellite, cable, FM, and online streaming.
Funded by the German federal government but operates independently.
Reaches hundreds of millions of viewers and listeners worldwide.