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Germany's Next Topmodel: Season 11

15 episodes Premiered Feb 4, 2016 Updated Oct 26, 2026

Season 11 of Germany's Next Topmodel continues the long-running German reality television competition series. The program, which has aired annually since 2006, is a localized adaptation of the American format originally introduced by Tyra Banks. Throughout the season, contestants participate in a series of challenges designed to test their potential as professional models. Heidi Klum serves as the host, lead judge, a

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Season 11 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ The series is a German reality television adaptation based on the original concept created by Tyra Banks.
  • ⚡ Heidi Klum serves as the primary host, lead judge, and executive producer of the competition.
  • ⚡ The show has aired annually on the ProSieben network since its debut in 2006.
  • ⚡ Contestants compete in a series of challenges to demonstrate their potential for a professional modeling career.
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Season overview

Season 11 of Germany's Next Topmodel continues the long-running German reality television competition series. The program, which has aired annually since 2006, is a localized adaptation of the American format originally introduced by Tyra Banks. Throughout the season, contestants participate in a series of challenges designed to test their potential as professional models. Heidi Klum serves as the host, lead judge, and executive producer for the production. As the central figure of the show, Klum oversees the evaluation process, guiding the participants through various tasks and eliminations. The series is broadcast on the German network ProSieben and maintains the established reality format that has defined the franchise since its inception. While the specific narrative arc of the eleventh season involves the progression of new contestants competing for the title, the core structure remains consistent with previous iterations of the show. The competition focuses on the development of the participants' skills under the scrutiny of the judging panel, ultimately aiming to identify the next individual to represent the brand. The production continues to emphasize the professional standards and aesthetic requirements associated with the modeling industry, providing a platform for aspiring models to gain exposure within the German television landscape.

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Season 11 Episodes

Episode Guide

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S11·E1 Mytharc

New Rules, New Jury, New Style!

Feb 4, 2016 · 95 min

The 11th season starts with new rules: Team Hayo vs. Team Michalsky. First, the girls must prove themselves in two rounds, which starts on the catwalk.

S11·E2 Core

Two Teams, Two Islands

Feb 11, 2016 · 104 min

Off to the Canary Islands! But not to the life of luxury they had expected, instead finding spartan rooms with bunk beads. Not every candidate is thrilled about this...

S11·E3 Core

It's Syrupy!

Feb 18, 2016 · 96 min

Real castings, real jobs, and a syrupy photoshoot: Now the girls have to show what they can do.

S11·E4 Core

The Big Makeover

Feb 25, 2016 · 95 min

Some must get their hair cut, some get new hair, and some get their hair dyed from one extreme to the other - this means one thing: It is time for the makeovers! And not every girl

S11·E5 Core

Up in the air!

Mar 3, 2016 · 96 min

Strong body tension and the perfect expression, and a height of 10 meters! Not every candidate is happy about this. After the shoot, the hard model life continues!

S11·E6 Core

Let the Puppets Dance

Mar 10, 2016 · 97 min

Puppet show on the catwalk! This week, the models must show that they can play other roles.

S11·E7 Core

Welcome to Australia

Mar 17, 2016 · 95 min

For the models, it's off to Australia! There they find a very special and particularly animal shooting partner...

S11·E8 Core

Now it's getting hot and cold

Mar 24, 2016 · 95 min

Ice cold elf-like - at the ice shoot in Sydney, the GNTM young models try to cut a beautiful figure for a cool photo as ice elves and lying on ice cubes.

S11·E9 Core

The Roaring Twenties

Mar 31, 2016 · 95 min

Bye bye hostels with bunk beds, hello villas with queen size beds. Finally, a long-awaited dream comes true for the GNTM young models: a huge luxury villa with an infinity pool.

S11·E10 Core

Blind Marriage

Apr 10, 2016 · 101 min

“Blind Marrying”: The young models come in white and move under the hood. Instead of a shoot, the top model candidates walk down the church aisle for a one-take fashion film.

S11·E11 Core

Sheer Horror

Apr 14, 2016 · 97 min

Horror meets high fashion: Heidi Klum sends the candidates to the haunted house. In a scary setting, the young models are supposed to pose in front of the camera in an eerily beaut

S11·E12 Core

Tears upon Tears

Apr 21, 2016 · 99 min

Back to the 40ies: From Hollywood in 2016 back to the golden age of Hollywood. For the perfect photo, the models pose as 1940s beauties in front of a vintage car in Los Angeles.

S11·E13 Core

Advance to the Semi-finals

Apr 28, 2016 · 97 min

It's about the semi-finals. Five models from Team Thomas and two models from Team Michael are still dreaming of the title “Germany’s Next Top Model” 2016. Today the girls are walki

S11·E14 Mytharc

The Semi-finals

May 5, 2016 · 98 min

The semi-finals are just around the corner. Who will manage to assert themselves and make it to the final?

S11·E15 Mytharc

The Finale

May 12, 2016 · 137 min

Heidi Klum was looking for Germany's next top model for 14 weeks. In the grand finale, which for the first time will not take place in a hall but will be broadcast live from Spain,

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