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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Russia

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Russia is 6 601 668 mi². This means that the area of Russia is 4688% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
6 601 668 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Russia has a coastline of 23 396.5 mi.

1 484.5 mi
23 396.5 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 Russia is Moscow, where the population is 12 108 300.

3 562 170 ppl
12 108 300 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Russia is Mount Elbrus, which rises to a height of 18 510 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
18 510 ft
Mount Elbrus

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 Russia the highest temperature was 113.7°F and was recorded in Utta, Kalmykia.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
113.7°F
Utta, Kalmykia

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Russia, the lowest temperature was -90.4°F and was recorded in Verkhoyansk / Oymyakon, Sakha Republic.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
-90.4°F
Verkhoyansk / Oymyakon, Sakha Republic

Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Russia is home to 145 934 462 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
145 934 462 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 72.2 years in Russia.

81.3 years
72.2 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 40.3 years in Russia.

47.8 years
40.3 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and -0.2% in Russia.

-0.21%
-0.2%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 99.7% in Russia.

99.0%
99.7%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Russia the primary language is Russian.

german
russian

Religion

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

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
33 729 000 ppl
Ranking: 137/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Russia: 28 213 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
28 213 Int$
Ranking: 148/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Russia: Russian Ruble (RUB).

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EUR
Euro
RUB
Russian Ruble

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Russia: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Russia 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; Russia - 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
Do not travel
Level 4

Visa requirements

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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
B313 PLN - 383 PLN
T517 PLN - 665 PLN
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