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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Western Sahara

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Western Sahara is 102 703 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 34.25% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
102 703 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Western Sahara has a coastline of 689.7 mi.

1 484.5 mi
689.7 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 Western Sahara is Laayoune, where the population is 199 476.

3 562 170 ppl
199 476 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Western Sahara is unnamed location, which rises to a height of 2 641 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
2 641 ft
unnamed location

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. Western Sahara - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Western Sahara is home to 597 339 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
597 339 ppl

Life expectancy

81.3 years
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Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 20.8 years in Western Sahara.

47.8 years
20.8 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 2.89% in Western Sahara.

-0.21%
2.89%

Literacy

99.0%
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Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Western Sahara the primary language is Arabic.

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arabic

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Western Sahara, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
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Economy

GDP per capita

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
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Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Western Sahara: Moroccan Dirham (MAD).

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EUR
Euro
MAD
Moroccan Dirham

Practical information

Electricity

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

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

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Western Sahara has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

EURMADUSD

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Western Sahara - January, February, March, 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
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Visa requirements

For citizens of France (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
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Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B73 EUR - 89 EUR
T121 EUR - 155 EUR
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