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Spirit TV joins German DTT network Freenet TV

December 11, 2025 09.08 Europe/London By Jörn Krieger

German broadcaster Spirit TV has launched on DTT platform Freenet TV as a free-to-air, unencrypted service.

The addition was confirmed by DTT network operator Media Broadcast, when approached by Broadband TV News. Spirit TV is being transmitted on previously unused capacity, according to the company. No existing channel has been removed or replaced to make room for the newcomer.

Spirit TV, which went on air on 1 January 2025, focuses on astrology, card reading and other esoteric themes. Its schedule includes live call-in shows in which viewers can speak to on-air advisers via premium-rate telephone numbers. The format continues the tradition of Astro TV, which ceased broadcasting at the end of 2024.

In addition to its new terrestrial presence, Spirit TV is already widely available via satellite on Astra 19.2° East, on Vodafone Deutschland’s cable network, as well as via livestream on the channel’s website.

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Filed Under: Newsline, Platforms, Terrestrial, TV Tagged With: Astro TV, Freenet TV, Media Broadcast, Spirit TV Edited: 11 December 2025 09:10

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About Jörn Krieger

Jörn reports on the latest developments in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Since 1992, he has been working as a freelance journalist, specialised in digital media, broadcast technology, convergence and new markets. He also takes up University lectureships, writes articles in specialist publications, and produces radio reports. Jörn is also a moderator of panel discussions at industry events such as ANGA COM, Medientage München and IFA Berlin.

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