Germany
Federal Republic of Germany
People: German
Germany is Europe's largest economy and a global leader in engineering and manufacturing, home to the Autobahn and Oktoberfest. Germany is located in Western Europe and has a population of around 83.5 million. Its capital city is Berlin, and the most widely spoken official language is German.
By the numbers, Germany is the 19th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 1.04% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 63rd out of 196, with a population density of roughly 234 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Germany — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Federal Republic of Germany |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Berlin |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Western Europe |
| Population | 83,491,249 |
| Area | 357,114 km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official Language | German |
| Dialling Code | +49 |
| Internet TLD | .de |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | DE / DEU |
| Borders | Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Switzerland |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Germany
What is the capital and currency of Germany?
The capital of Germany is Berlin and the currency is the Euro (EUR), symbol €.
What is the capital of Germany?
The capital of Germany is Berlin.
What currency does Germany use?
Germany uses the Euro (EUR, symbol: €).
What language do they speak in Germany?
The official language of Germany is German.
What is the dialling code for Germany?
The international dialling code for Germany is +49.
What side of the road does Germany drive on?
Germany drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Germany
Austria
Belgium
Czechia
Denmark
France
Luxembourg
Netherlands
Poland
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