In 2024, Germany leads Europe in ice cream production with 636.6 million liters, trailed by France (527.48) and Italy (399.95). The United Kingdom and Spain also show substantial production figures at 344.22 and 334.27 million liters, respectively. Other notable producers include Poland (241.12), Belgium (190.68), and the Netherlands (134.76). The bottom of the list features Austria at 2.3853 million liters, marking the lowest production level among the included countries. The notable year-on-year percentage variations include Germany (+5.21%), France (+3.2%), and the Netherlands (+3.07%). Conversely, negative trends were seen in Italy (-1.69%) and Bulgaria (-10.17%). Looking at longer-term trends, countries like Germany and France have shown consistent growth, whereas others like Finland and Estonia have experienced declines. The aggregated 5-year CAGR indicates a mixture of steady growth and moderate declines across the region.
Future trends to watch:
- Increasing focus on premium and health-conscious ice cream varieties in Western Europe.
- Potential growth in Eastern European markets as disposable incomes rise.
- Advancements in sustainable and eco-friendly production methods.
- Impact of climate change on raw material costs and production cycles.
- Market consolidation trends and the emergence of regional leaders.
Top countries in Sold Production of Ice Cream by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Liters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 636,600,000 | 2023 | +1.2% | +5.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 527,480,000 | 2023 | +1.38% | +3.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 399,950,000 | 2023 | +2.31% | -1.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 344,220,000 | 2023 | +1.72% | +0.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 334,270,000 | 2023 | +4.5% | +1.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 241,120,000 | 2023 | +1.07% | +0.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 190,680,000 | 2023 | +1.11% | -1.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 134,760,000 | 2023 | +3.7% | +3.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 83,652,000 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 82,144,000 | 2023 | +2.59% | +0.54% | View data |
