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Germany

Federal Republic of Germany

Germany is a country in Western Europe, Europe. Its capital is Berlin, home to roughly 82,905,782 people across 357,114 km² of land.

Where is Germany?

Germany is in Western Europe, Europe, bordering Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Switzerland. Drag or zoom the map, or open the full interactive world map.

Key facts

Capital
Berlin
Continent
Europe
Subregion
Western Europe
Population
82,905,782
Land area
357,114 km²
ISO codes
DE / DEU
Languages
German
Coastline
Has a coastline
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Calling code
+49
Internet domain
.de

How Germany compares

Germany ranks 17th of 194 countries on this site by population and 62nd by land area — roughly 1.1% of their combined population. In Europe it ranks 2nd of 45 by population and 6th by area. It has a coastline. It shares land borders with 9 other countries.

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Flag of Germany: colours

A pixel-accurate scan of the Germany flag breaks down as 33.4% black, 33.3% red and 33.3% yellow.

Can you name a country from its colours alone? That is the whole idea behind the flag pie chart game.

Did you know?

  1. Germany's Energiewende policy made it a pioneer in shifting toward renewable energy.
  2. German bread culture is so rich that bakeries offer hundreds of distinct loaves and rolls.
  3. The Brothers Grimm collected fairy tales — from Cinderella to Hansel and Gretel — that still shape children's stories worldwide.
  4. Sections of the autobahn remain famous for having no general speed limit.
  5. Oktoberfest in Munich is the world's largest folk festival, drawing millions in lederhosen and dirndls each year.

Bordering countries

Germany: frequently asked questions

What is the capital of Germany?
The capital of Germany is Berlin.
What continent is Germany in?
Germany is in Europe, specifically the Western Europe subregion.
What is the population of Germany?
Germany has a population of roughly 82,905,782 people, across a land area of 357,114 km².
What language is spoken in Germany?
The main language of Germany is German.
Which countries border Germany?
Germany shares a land border with 9 countries: Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland and Switzerland.

Practice with geography games

Studying Germany is easier when you put facts into practice. Try these free games to reinforce flags, capitals, and comparative geography.

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