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Country Facts:
Germany vs. New Zealand

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of New Zealand is 104 428 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 32.04% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
104 428 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while New Zealand has a coastline of 9 403.8 mi.

1 484.5 mi
9 403.8 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 New Zealand is Auckland, where the population is 440 710.

3 562 170 ppl
440 710 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in New Zealand is Aoraki/Mount Cookin the South Island, which rises to a height of 12 218 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
12 218 ft
Aoraki/Mount Cookin the South Island

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 New Zealand the highest temperature was 108.3°F and was recorded in Rangiora, Canterbury and Jordan, Marlborough.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
108.3°F
Rangiora, Canterbury and Jordan, Marlborough

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in New Zealand, the lowest temperature was -14.1°F and was recorded in Ranfurly, Central Otago.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
-14.1°F
Ranfurly, Central Otago

Society

Germany vs. New Zealand - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while New Zealand is home to 4 822 233 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
4 822 233 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 82.3 years in New Zealand.

81.3 years
82.3 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 37.2 years in New Zealand.

47.8 years
37.2 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 1.28% in New Zealand.

-0.21%
1.28%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 99.0% in New Zealand.

99.0%
99.0%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in New Zealand the primary language is English, Maori.

german
english, maori

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in New Zealand, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
3 039 000 ppl
Ranking: 123/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. New Zealand: 44 213 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
44 213 Int$
Ranking: 133/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). New Zealand: New Zealand Dollar (NZD).

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EUR
Euro
NZD
New Zealand Dollar

Practical information

Electricity

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

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

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, New Zealand has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-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; New Zealand - 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 normal safety precautions
Level 1

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.
Electronic visa required
A visa is required but can be obtained online (e-Visa).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B74 USD - 91 USD
T129 USD - 165 USD
B73 USD - 91 USD
T124 USD - 154 USD

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