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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Guatemala

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Guatemala is 42 042 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 228% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
42 042 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Guatemala has a coastline of 248.5 mi.

1 484.5 mi
248.5 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 Guatemala is Guatemala, where the population is 2 110 100.

3 562 170 ppl
2 110 100 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Guatemala is Volcán Tajumulco, which rises to a height of 13 845 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
13 845 ft
Volcán Tajumulco

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 Guatemala the highest temperature was 113°F and was recorded in Estanzuela, Zacapa.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
113°F
Estanzuela, Zacapa

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Guatemala, the lowest temperature was 11.3°F and was recorded in Olintepeque, Quetzaltenango.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
11.3°F
Olintepeque, Quetzaltenango

Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Guatemala is home to 17 915 568 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
17 915 568 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 72.6 years in Guatemala.

81.3 years
72.6 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 23.2 years in Guatemala.

47.8 years
23.2 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 1.62% in Guatemala.

-0.21%
1.62%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 80.8% in Guatemala.

99.0%
80.8%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Guatemala the primary language is Spanish.

german
spanish

Religion

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

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
1 865 000 ppl
Ranking: 62/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Guatemala: 8 850 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
8 850 Int$
Ranking: 70/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Guatemala: Quetzal (GTQ).

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EUR
Euro
GTQ
Quetzal

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Guatemala: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
120V 60 Hz
Plug type: A, B

Driving side

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

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

EURGTQUSD

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Guatemala - 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
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

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.
Visa not required
A visa is not required.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B73 EUR - 90 EUR
T121 EUR - 155 EUR
B31 EUR - 40 EUR
T86 EUR - 112 EUR

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