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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Burkina Faso

Learn about the similarities and differences between Germany and Burkina Faso 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. Burkina Faso - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Burkina Faso is 105 393 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 30.83% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
105 393 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Burkina Faso has a coastline of 0.0 mi.

1 484.5 mi
0.0 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 Burkina Faso is Ouagadougou, where the population is 1 626 950.

3 562 170 ppl
1 626 950 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Burkina Faso is Tena Kourou, which rises to a height of 2 451 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
2 451 ft
Tena Kourou

Highest recorded temperature

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
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Lowest recorded temperature

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
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Society

Germany vs. Burkina Faso - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Burkina Faso is home to 20 903 273 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
20 903 273 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 63.1 years in Burkina Faso.

81.3 years
63.1 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 17.9 years in Burkina Faso.

47.8 years
17.9 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 2.58% in Burkina Faso.

-0.21%
2.58%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 39.3% in Burkina Faso.

99.0%
39.3%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Burkina Faso the primary language is French.

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french

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Burkina Faso, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
163 000 ppl
Ranking: 14/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Burkina Faso: 2 273 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
2 273 Int$
Ranking: 16/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Burkina Faso: CFA Franc BCEAO (XOF).

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
XOF
CFA Franc BCEAO

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Burkina Faso: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, E

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Burkina Faso has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDEURXOF

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Burkina Faso - November, 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
Do not travel
Level 4

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B78 USD - 96 USD
T129 USD - 166 USD
B30 USD
T65 USD

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