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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Gabon

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Gabon is 103 347 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 33.42% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
103 347 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Gabon has a coastline of 549.9 mi.

1 484.5 mi
549.9 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 Gabon is Libreville, where the population is 797 003.

3 562 170 ppl
797 003 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Gabon is Mont Bengoué, which rises to a height of 3 510 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
3 510 ft
Mont Bengoué

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. Gabon - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Gabon is home to 2 225 734 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
2 225 734 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 69.4 years in Gabon.

81.3 years
69.4 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 21 years in Gabon.

47.8 years
21 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 2.41% in Gabon.

-0.21%
2.41%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 84.7% in Gabon.

99.0%
84.7%

Language

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

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french

Religion

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

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 7/174
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Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Gabon: 15 101 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 19/194
15 101 Int$
Ranking: 87/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Gabon: CFA Franc BEAC (XAF).

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
XAF
CFA Franc BEAC

Practical information

Electricity

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

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

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Gabon 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; Gabon - 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)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa obtained online
A visa is required, but can be obtained through the relevant website.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B71 USD - 88 USD
T128 USD - 164 USD
B76 USD - 89 USD
T116 USD - 124 USD

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