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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Philippines

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Philippines is 115 831 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 19.04% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
115 831 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Philippines has a coastline of 22 548.9 mi.

1 484.5 mi
22 548.9 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 the Philippines is Quezon City, where the population is 2 761 720.

3 562 170 ppl
2 761 720 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in the Philippines is Mount Apo, which rises to a height of 9 692 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
9 692 ft
Mount Apo

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 the Philippines the highest temperature was 108°F and was recorded in Tuguegarao, Cagayan Valley.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
108°F
Tuguegarao, Cagayan Valley

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in the Philippines, the lowest temperature was 43.3°F and was recorded in Baguio.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
43.3°F
Baguio

Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Philippines is home to 109 581 078 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
109 581 078 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 70.3 years in the Philippines.

81.3 years
70.3 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 24.1 years in the Philippines.

47.8 years
24.1 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 1.49% in the Philippines.

-0.21%
1.49%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 96.3% in the Philippines.

99.0%
96.3%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in the Philippines the primary language is Filipino, English.

german
filipino, english

Religion

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

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
5 361 000 ppl
Ranking: 128/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Philippines: 8 387 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
8 387 Int$
Ranking: 138/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Philippines: Philippine Peso (PHP).

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Euro
PHP
Philippine Peso

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in the Philippines: frequency and voltage are 220V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B, C).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
220V 60 Hz
Plug type: A, B, C

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Philippines 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; Philippines - 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 Germany (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Your country
Visa not required
A visa is not required.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B72 EUR - 89 EUR
T119 EUR - 154 EUR
B24 EUR - 32 EUR
T55 EUR - 80 EUR

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