Country Facts:
Germany vs. Belarus
Learn about the similarities and differences between Germany and Belarus by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Germany vs. Belarus - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Belarus is 80 155 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 72.02% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Belarus has a coastline of 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 Belarus is Minsk, where the population is 1 921 810.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Belarus is Dzyarzhynskaya Hara, which rises to a height of 1 132 ft.
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 Belarus the highest temperature was 102°F and was recorded in Gomel.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Belarus, the lowest temperature was -44°F and was recorded in Slavnom, Vitsebsk Voblast.
Society
Germany vs. Belarus - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Belarus is home to 9 449 323 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 74.0 years in Belarus.
Average age
The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 40.9 years in Belarus.
Birthrate
The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and -0.29% in Belarus.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 99.9% in Belarus.
Language
In Germany, the main language is German, and in Belarus the primary language is Belarusian, Russian.
Religion
In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Belarus, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Germany: 54 264 Int$. Belarus: 20 232 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Belarus: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).
Driving side
Germany has right-hand traffic, Belarus has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Belarus - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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