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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Faroe Islands

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Faroe Islands is 538 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 25529% larger.

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

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Faroe Islands has a coastline of 694.1 mi.

1 484.5 mi
694.1 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 Faroe Islands is Tórshavn, where the population is 12 648.

3 562 170 ppl
12 648 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Faroe Islands is Slættaratindur on Eysturoy, which rises to a height of 2 887 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
2 887 ft
Slættaratindur on Eysturoy

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. Faroe Islands - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Faroe Islands is home to 48 863 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
48 863 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 81.0 years in Faroe Islands.

81.3 years
81.0 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 37.2 years in Faroe Islands.

47.8 years
37.2 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 0.62% in Faroe Islands.

-0.21%
0.62%

Literacy

99.0%
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Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Faroe Islands the primary language is Danish, Faroese.

german
danish, faroese

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Faroe Islands, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

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). Faroe Islands: Danish Krone (DKK).

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
DKK
Danish Krone

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Faroe Islands: 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, Faroe Islands 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; Faroe Islands - 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
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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.
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Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B78 USD - 96 USD
T129 USD - 167 USD
B104 USD
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