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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Guinea

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Guinea is 94 926 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 45.25% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
94 926 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Guinea has a coastline of 198.8 mi.

1 484.5 mi
198.8 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 Guinea is Conakry, where the population is 1 667 860.

3 562 170 ppl
1 667 860 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Guinea is Mont Nimba, which rises to a height of 5 748 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
5 748 ft
Mont Nimba

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. Guinea - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Guinea is home to 13 132 795 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
13 132 795 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 63.5 years in Guinea.

81.3 years
63.5 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 19.1 years in Guinea.

47.8 years
19.1 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 2.76% in Guinea.

-0.21%
2.76%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 39.6% in Guinea.

99.0%
39.6%

Language

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

german
french

Religion

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

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
35 000 ppl
Ranking: 60/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Guinea: 2 816 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
2 816 Int$
Ranking: 67/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Guinea: Guinea Franc (GNF).

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
GNF
Guinea Franc

Practical information

Electricity

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

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

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Guinea 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; Guinea - January, February, 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
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of Germany (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
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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
B73 EUR - 90 EUR
T121 EUR - 156 EUR
B48 EUR
T65 EUR

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