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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Turkey

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Turkey is 302 535 mi². This means that the area of Turkey is 119% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
302 535 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Turkey has a coastline of 4 473.9 mi.

1 484.5 mi
4 473.9 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 Turkey is Istanbul, where the population is 14 025 600.

3 562 170 ppl
14 025 600 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Turkey is Mount Ararat, which rises to a height of 16 854 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
16 854 ft
Mount Ararat

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 Turkey the highest temperature was 119.8°F and was recorded in Mardin.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
119.8°F
Mardin

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Turkey, the lowest temperature was -58.5°F and was recorded in Ardahan Province.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
-58.5°F
Ardahan Province

Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Turkey is home to 84 339 067 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
84 339 067 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 76.0 years in Turkey.

81.3 years
76.0 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 32.2 years in Turkey.

47.8 years
32.2 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 0.7% in Turkey.

-0.21%
0.7%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 96.7% in Turkey.

99.0%
96.7%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Turkey the primary language is Turkish.

german
turkish

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Turkey, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
39 478 000 ppl
Ranking: 161/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Turkey: 28 114 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
28 114 Int$
Ranking: 175/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Turkey: Turkish Lira (TRY).

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EUR
Euro
TRY
Turkish Lira

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Turkey: 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, Turkey 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; Turkey - 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 a high degree of caution
Level 2

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.
Visa obtained online
A visa is required, but can be obtained through the relevant website.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B75 USD - 92 USD
T131 USD - 168 USD
B43 USD - 51 USD
T59 USD - 76 USD

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