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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Australia

Learn about the similarities and differences between Germany and Australia by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Germany vs. Australia - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Australia is 2 969 907 mi². This means that the area of Australia is 2054% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
2 969 907 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Australia has a coastline of 16 006.5 mi.

1 484.5 mi
16 006.5 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Germany is Berlin, with a population of about 3 562 170 people. In contrast, the largest city in Australia is Sydney, where the population is 4 840 600.

3 562 170 ppl
4 840 600 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Australia is Mount Kosciuszko, which rises to a height of 7 310 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
7 310 ft
Mount Kosciuszko

Highest recorded temperature

In Germany, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.4°F and was recorded in Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg, while in Australia the highest temperature was 123.3°F and was recorded in Oodnadatta, South Australia.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
123.3°F
Oodnadatta, South Australia

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Australia, the lowest temperature was -9.4°F and was recorded in Charlotte Pass, New South Wales.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
-9.4°F
Charlotte Pass, New South Wales

Society

Germany vs. Australia - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Australia is home to 25 499 884 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
25 499 884 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 82.9 years in Australia.

81.3 years
82.9 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 37.5 years in Australia.

47.8 years
37.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 1.31% in Australia.

-0.21%
1.31%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 96.0% in Australia.

99.0%
96.0%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Australia the primary language is English.

german
english

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Australia, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
7 444 000 ppl
Ranking: 8/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Australia: 52 397 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
52 397 Int$
Ranking: 9/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Australia: Australian Dollar (AUD).

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EUR
Euro
AUD
Australian Dollar

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Australia: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: I

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Australia has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

EURUSDAUD

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Australia - January, February, December.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2
Exercise normal safety precautions
Level 1

Visa requirements

For citizens of Germany (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Your country
Electronic visa required
A visa is required but can be obtained online (e-Visa).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B73 EUR - 90 EUR
T121 EUR - 156 EUR
B65 EUR - 84 EUR
T134 EUR - 183 EUR

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