burda

Burda, commonly referred to as Hubert Burda Media, is a German media group headquartered in Offenburg, Baden-Württemberg. The company is privately owned by the Burda family and is one of Europe’s largest privately held media groups, with a diversified portfolio that includes magazines, digital media platforms, and other content-related businesses operating in Germany and internationally.

The Burda publishing tradition began in the early 20th century as a family-owned printing and publishing house and expanded through the postwar era into a broad media company. In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, the group broadened its focus from traditional magazines to digital media, launching and acquiring online portals and brand extensions. Its publishing line has included well-known titles such as Focus and Bunte, along with fashion, lifestyle, and specialist brands. The group has also developed sewing and pattern brands under BurdaStyle and related initiatives.

Beyond print, Burda has grown its footprint in the digital economy through online platforms, licensing, and e‑commerce investments, reflecting a strategy of cross-channel media and content services. The company emphasizes a foundation-based approach to governance and philanthropy, with the Hubert Burda Foundation supporting journalism, culture, and media education. Burda remains a family-controlled enterprise, shaping its strategy through long-term ownership and investments in evolving media and technology sectors.