The flag of Germany is composed of three equal horizontal bands of black, red and gold.

Germany

Federal Republic of Germany

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Germany (officially Federal Republic of Germany) is an independent country located in Western Europe, Europe. With a population of 83,491,249 people, it ranks #19 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 357,114 km² (#65 globally), with a population density of 234 people per km². The capital city is Berlin. The official language is German.

Key Facts

Population

83,491,249

#19 world ranking

Area

357,114 km²

#65 world ranking

Population Density

234/km²

Capital

Berlin

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC+01:00

Continent

Europe

Bordering Countries

9

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

Bordering Countries (9)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Germany?
The capital of Germany is Berlin.
What is the population of Germany?
Germany has a population of 83,491,249 people, ranking #19 in the world by population.
How big is Germany?
Germany covers an area of 357,114 km², ranking #65 in the world by area. The population density is 234 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Germany?
The official languages of Germany are: German.
What is the currency of Germany?
The currency of Germany is euro (€).
What countries border Germany?
Germany shares borders with 9 countries: France, Poland, Netherlands, Belgium, Czechia, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Luxembourg.

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