Aldi German Week Returns With 7 Must-Try Foods That Taste Like You’re in Bavaria—for Under $10
Learn more about the biannual event and our top 7 must-try picks from the store this autumn
Oktoberfest is almost here! If you love the idea of authentic German flavors without the overseas price tag, you’re going to adore what Aldi has in store. This beloved discount supermarket is bringing Germany right to your neighborhood with incredible authentic treats that won’t break the bank.
Starting September 17, you can create your own magical Oktoberfest celebration—without spending a fortune! From hearty snacks to decadent desserts, these imported German treasures let you host like a pro while staying within your budget.
Wondering what’s available for Aldi German Week this year? Keep reading to learn more about the popular event, plus our top 7 product picks you’ll want to get for yourself.
What is Aldi German Week?
Aldi shoppers absolutely love this biannual event (held in the spring and fall). From noodles to schnitzel, special food products hit the shelves under Aldi’s private-label brand, Deutsche Küche. What makes the items so special, however, is that they are actually imported from Germany.
This fun seasonal promotion gives Americans a chance to enjoy authentic German food favorites without having to head overseas. Plus, the grocery store chain’s famously low prices mean the items are affordable.
Must-try Aldi German Week products for Oktoberfest
On a recent visit to Aldi, we discovered some incredible treasures that give you authentic German flavors without the gourmet price tag. Here are 7 German Week products that deliver amazing value and taste:
Doppelino Sandwich Biscuits
Oreo fans will likely enjoy this German variety, which features creme filling sandwiched between two flavored cookies. Choose from three flavors, each with their own unique spin.
- Hazelnut Sandwich Biscuits: Hazelnut cookies filled with vanilla flavored creme
- Chocolate Sandwich Biscuits: Chocolate flavored cookies filled with creme filling
- Speculoos Sandwich Biscuits: Spiced cookies filled with creme filling
Bavarian Soft Pretzels
When you think of Oktoberfest, pretzels likely come to mind. At Aldi, there are two appealing options available in the frozen-foods section. You can get a a box of soft baked Bavarian pretzel sticks or opt for the more traditional soft pretzel. (Both come in a pack of six.)
Pumpernickel Bread
This German bread (a type of rye) is traditionally known for its earthy and slightly sweet taste and is often used for open-faced sandwiches. This particular loaf boasts whole rye kernels. Fans say it has an authentic German flavor.
German Style Pickles
There seem to be countless varieties of pickles offered in grocery stores now, but if you want something completely different, consider giving these a try. German pickles taste far less like vinegar and dill than their American counterparts. A 2023 review of the Aldi pickles, which are seasoned with onions and mustard seed, described them as savory-sweet.
Spaetzle
For a hearty German side dish, spaetzle is tough to beat! Aldi has three stovetop/microwave varieties available (Onion Egg Spaetzle, Mushroom Egg Spaetzle and Cheese Egg Spaetzle) which look as appetizing as they are filling. The cooking instructions suggest topping the spaetzle with butter and cheese.
Potato Sticks
Potatoes are another German cuisine staple, and these potato sticks are perfect for when you want to savor spuds as a snack. We love that they come as fun shoestring-style potatoes, plus they feature a delicious mix of garlic, onion and parsley seasoning in the Herbs of the Alps Style variety. (Note: You can get them in Hash brown-style, as well.)
Bienenstich Almond Cake
To satisfy your sweet tooth, Aldi has a variety of imported sweets available. This Bienenstich Almond Cake caught our eye as the perfect dessert for the family. Aldi describes it as “a delicious traditional German golden cake filled with vanilla flavored cream, topped with caramelized flaked almonds.”
Where to find Aldi’s German Week foods
If you want to try any of the items for yourself (or see what else the store has to offer), don’t hesitate to head to your local Aldi. Though German Week is officially running through September 23, 2025, things may leave the shelves quickly, and Aldi says they won’t be restocked after they sell out.
“German Week products are part of the ALDI Finds aisle which features new limited-time specialty items released on a weekly basis,” Aldi spokesperson Bridget Kozlowski told Woman’s World. “ALDI Finds, including the German Week products, are available nationwide while supplies last.”
You can find most of the products in the “Aldi Finds” aisle, but be sure to visit the frozen section too, where you’ll find options like schnitzel, cakes, pretzels and frozen potatoes.
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