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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Denmark

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Denmark is 16 639 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 729% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
16 639 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Denmark has a coastline of 4 544.7 mi.

1 484.5 mi
4 544.7 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 Denmark is Copenhagen, where the population is 583 348.

3 562 170 ppl
583 348 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Denmark is Møllehøj, which rises to a height of 561 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
561 ft
Møllehøj

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 Denmark the highest temperature was 97.5°F and was recorded in Holstebro, Midtjylland.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
97.5°F
Holstebro, Midtjylland

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Denmark, the lowest temperature was -24.2°F and was recorded in Thisted Municipality, North Denmark Region.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
-24.2°F
Thisted Municipality, North Denmark Region

Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Denmark is home to 5 792 202 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
5 792 202 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 81.5 years in Denmark.

81.3 years
81.5 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 42 years in Denmark.

47.8 years
42 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 0.44% in Denmark.

-0.21%
0.44%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 99.0% in Denmark.

99.0%
99.0%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Denmark the primary language is Danish.

german
danish

Religion

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

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
10 424 000 ppl
Ranking: 42/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Denmark: 60 552 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
60 552 Int$
Ranking: 47/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Denmark: Danish Krone (DKK).

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EUR
Euro
DKK
Danish Krone

Practical information

Electricity

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

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

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Denmark has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

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Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Denmark - June, July, August.

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 a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
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Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa not required
A visa is not required.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B78 USD - 96 USD
T129 USD - 166 USD
B91 USD - 115 USD
T177 USD - 228 USD

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