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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Zambia

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

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Zambia is 290 585 mi². This means that the area of Zambia is 111% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
290 585 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Zambia has a coastline of 0.0 mi.

1 484.5 mi
0.0 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 Zambia is Lusaka, where the population is 1 747 150.

3 562 170 ppl
1 747 150 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Zambia is Mafinga Central, which rises to a height of 7 674 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
7 674 ft
Mafinga Central

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 Zambia the highest temperature was 108.3°F and was recorded in Mfuwe, Eastern Province.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
108.3°F
Mfuwe, Eastern Province

Lowest recorded temperature

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
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Society

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

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Zambia is home to 18 383 955 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
18 383 955 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 65.9 years in Zambia.

81.3 years
65.9 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 16.9 years in Zambia.

47.8 years
16.9 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 2.93% in Zambia.

-0.21%
2.93%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 86.7% in Zambia.

99.0%
86.7%

Language

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

german
english

Religion

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

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
932 000 ppl
Ranking: 178/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Zambia: 3 456 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
3 456 Int$
Ranking: 193/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Zambia: Zambian Kwacha (ZMW).

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EUR
Euro
ZMW
Zambian Kwacha

Practical information

Electricity

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

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, D, G

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Zambia has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

EURZMWUSD

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Zambia - June, July, August, September.

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 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
B73 EUR - 89 EUR
T120 EUR - 155 EUR
B21 EUR - 32 EUR
T57 EUR - 89 EUR

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