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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Norway

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Norway is 125 021 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 10.29% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
125 021 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Norway has a coastline of 15 626.2 mi.

1 484.5 mi
15 626.2 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 Norway is Oslo, where the population is 647 676.

3 562 170 ppl
647 676 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Norway is Galdhøpiggen, which rises to a height of 8 100 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
8 100 ft
Galdhøpiggen

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 Norway the highest temperature was 96.1°F and was recorded in Nesbyen, Buskerud.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
96.1°F
Nesbyen, Buskerud

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Norway, the lowest temperature was -60.5°F and was recorded in Karasjok, Finnmark.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
-60.5°F
Karasjok, Finnmark

Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Norway is home to 5 421 241 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
5 421 241 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 82.4 years in Norway.

81.3 years
82.4 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 39.5 years in Norway.

47.8 years
39.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 0.8% in Norway.

-0.21%
0.8%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 100.0% in Norway.

99.0%
100.0%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Norway the primary language is Norwegian.

german
norwegian

Religion

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

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
5 361 000 ppl
Ranking: 121/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Norway: 63 288 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
63 288 Int$
Ranking: 130/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Norway: Norwegian Krone (NOK).

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EUR
Euro
NOK
Norwegian Krone

Practical information

Electricity

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

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

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Norway 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; Norway - 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 normal safety precautions
Level 1

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
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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
B79 USD - 96 USD
T130 USD - 167 USD
B86 USD - 103 USD
T168 USD - 213 USD

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