Ranking of the largest optics companies in Germany 2020-2021, by net revenue

Fielmann was the most successful German optics chain in 2021, generating around 1.22 billion euros in revenue. It is a German company with headquarters in Hamburg and branches in other European countries. The next best-known optics chain, of the larger optics companies in Germany, is Apollo Optik.

The eye of the beholder

The German optics industry is one of the best-known in the world, regarding optical products for consumers (glasses and contact lenses), as well as its contribution to science and technology. In Europe, Belgium has the highest share of eyeglass wearers. German industry revenues have been growing in recent years. Rising optics revenues are also visible in e-commerce. While Fielmann made the most, Apollo Optik had the largest number of stores in Germany.

Employment figures

While industry employee numbers have dropped recently, they did remain stable. Over 37,600 ophthalmic opticians are working in Germany.