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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Somalia

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Somalia is 246 201 mi². This means that the area of Somalia is 78.56% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
246 201 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Somalia has a coastline of 2 071.0 mi.

1 484.5 mi
2 071.0 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 Somalia is Mogadishu, where the population is 2 120 000.

3 562 170 ppl
2 120 000 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Somalia is Shimbiris, which rises to a height of 8 038 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
8 038 ft
Shimbiris

Highest recorded temperature

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
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Lowest recorded temperature

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
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Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Somalia is home to 15 893 222 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
15 893 222 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 55.3 years in Somalia.

81.3 years
55.3 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 18.5 years in Somalia.

47.8 years
18.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 2.35% in Somalia.

-0.21%
2.35%

Literacy

99.0%
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Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Somalia the primary language is Somali.

german
somali

Religion

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

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
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Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Somalia: Somali Shilling (SOS).

Tools: Currency Calculator
EUR
Euro
SOS
Somali Shilling

Practical information

Electricity

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

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

Driving side

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

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

EURUSDSOS

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Somalia - January, February.

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 France (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B73 EUR - 90 EUR
T121 EUR - 156 EUR
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