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Germany — silhouette, capital and facts
Germany is in Europe and its capital is Berlin. With about 84 million people and 357,588 km², it ranks 63rd in area and 19th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Germany, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Berlin
- Continent
- Europe
- Population
- about 84 million
- Area
- 357,588 km²
- Language
- German
- Currency
- Euro
- Flag colors
- black, red, gold
Borders
Germany shares a land border with 6 countries: France, Poland, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium.
Fun facts about Germany
- The Danube rises in the Black Forest and flows through ten countries before reaching the Black Sea.
- The Gutenberg Bible, printed around 1455 in Mainz, brought movable-type printing to Europe.
- Munich's Oktoberfest began in 1810 as the wedding celebration of Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Germany?
The capital of Germany is Berlin.
Which continent is Germany in?
Germany is in Europe.
Which countries border Germany?
Germany shares a land border with 6 countries: France, Poland, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Germany?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Germany is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Germany?
The Danube rises in the Black Forest and flows through ten countries before reaching the Black Sea. The Gutenberg Bible, printed around 1455 in Mainz, brought movable-type printing to Europe. Munich's Oktoberfest began in 1810 as the wedding celebration of Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria.
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