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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Libya

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Libya is 679 362 mi². This means that the area of Libya is 393% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
679 362 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Libya has a coastline of 1 099.8 mi.

1 484.5 mi
1 099.8 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 Libya is Tripoli, where the population is 2 220 000.

3 562 170 ppl
2 220 000 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Libya is Bikku Bitti, which rises to a height of 7 434 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
7 434 ft
Bikku Bitti

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 Libya the highest temperature was 122.4°F and was recorded in Zuara.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
122.4°F
Zuara

Lowest recorded temperature

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
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Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Libya is home to 6 871 292 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
6 871 292 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 76.9 years in Libya.

81.3 years
76.9 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 25.8 years in Libya.

47.8 years
25.8 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 1.76% in Libya.

-0.21%
1.76%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 91.0% in Libya.

99.0%
91.0%

Language

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

german
arabic

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Libya, 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

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Libya: 10 842 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
10 842 Int$
Ranking: 107/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Libya: Libyan Dinar (LYD).

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
LYD
Libyan Dinar

Practical information

Electricity

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

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

Driving side

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

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDLYDEUR

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Libya - March, April, October, November.

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
Do not travel
Level 4

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 required
A visa is required, it must be obtained at the embassy or at the appropriate consular office.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B79 USD - 96 USD
T129 USD - 167 USD
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