Germany's election process explained: How does Europe’s economic powerhouse elect its Chancellor?

German elections, scheduled to be held on Sunday, will determine who will succeed Chancellor Angela Merkel. Read ahead to know how the European country elects a Chancellor.

Europe’s most populous country, Germany, will go to the polls on September 26 to elect members of the lower house of parliament known as the Bundestag. The polls are crucial this time as they will determine who will succeed Chancellor Angela Merkel as she steps down after 16 years.

With just a few days left for the German elections, here is everything you need to know about the process.