Germany's Next Topmodel Season 16: Episode Guide & Ratings

High fashion in Berlin! At the start of the 16th season of “Germany’s Next Top Model – by Heidi Klum”, Heidi Klum surprised her young models in the German fashion metropolis with a glamorous fashion show.

Welcome to the Modeloft! In the second episode, after moving into the loft, the first shoot of the season takes place: in front of star photographer Rankin's camera, the top model candidates have the unique chance to shine alongside Heidi Klum in the campaign shoot for the start of the 16th season.

Primaballerina! During the shoot in the third episode, the top model candidates transform into mystical ballet dancers and demonstrate their body awareness and mobility.

Fashion Diva! In the fourth episode of #GNTM, the multitasking talent of the top model candidates is in demand. During the photo shoot, they not only have to pose confidently alongside several dogs and with their hands full of shopping bags, but they also have to keep their balance on roller skates.

Snap, snap, hair off! The big #GNTM makeover is coming up and Heidi Klum has come up with an individual look for each top model candidate: bangs or pixie cut? Blonde bob or dark curls and extensions?

Winter Wonderland: Heidi Klum's models transform into ice princesses on the catwalk. In addition, one of the most important photo shoots of the entire season is coming up: the comp card shoot!

Neon leggings, colorful cuffs and teased XXL hairstyles. For the video shoot in the seventh episode of “Germany’s Next Top Model – by Heidi Klum” (Thursday, March 18th) we go back to the 80s. “I like these bright, colorful outfits.

Strike A Pose! During the shoot in the eighth #GNTM episode, the top model candidates stand in front of the camera in a huge, rotating cube.

And action! The ninth episode has a spectacular high-altitude shoot at a height of 125 meters. Heidi Klum demands mobility, elegance and absolute fearlessness from the top model candidates.

Berlin is calling! At the Späti video shoot, the top model candidates take on three roles and demonstrate their acting talent. Who will be able to memorize the text in the shortest possible time and embody an emotion?

The Art Edition is coming up! Surrounded by fog and wind, the #GNTM models pose in an abandoned ruin in front of colorfully painted wooden walls. They are photographed by Kristian Schuller, who is known for his artistic productions.

Castings, castings and more castings. In the twelfth episode of “Germany’s Next Top Model – by Heidi Klum” (Thursday, April 22nd), the seriousness of the modeling business begins for the ten young models.

The applicants have to bring a lot with them for the upcoming shoot: creativity, body awareness, charm and, last but not least, a lot of self-confidence. Who presents themselves best?

“I'm the smallest and I still want to impress the designers! I now want to show that with my height of 1.68 meters, I too have what it takes to walk at Fashion Week.”

Heart palpitations are inevitable! In a set made of pure ice, the top model candidates pose alongside male models during the photo shoot. Who shows the extreme cold in front of the camera and who skilfully puts themselves in the spotlight?

Semifinals! The cover shoot for Harper’s Bazaar is coming up. Every pose, every look and every movement of the #GNTM models has to be right here. The fashion show is another highlight: the top model candidates give a personal speech about their #GNTM journey.

Now all applicants can finally breathe a sigh of relief because the final task has to be completed. Everyone has experienced a lot in the world of fashion and has also had to endure stress.