General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
| Currency | Euro |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.2% |
| Gdp | $3.8 trillion |
| Size | 348,560 sq km |
| Population | 83.2 million |
| Population density | 238/sq km |
| Kids per female | 1.58 |
| City population | 74.5% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 1.7∘C |
| Summer | 18.3∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | German |
| Population able to read | 99% |
| Population with a college degree | 28.7% |
| Population able to speak english | NA% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 15.2 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.3/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Lufthansa |
| Main airport | Frankfurt Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.61 |
| Cigarettes | $6.5 |
| Burger | $10 |
| Coffee | $3 |
| Beer | $6 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $800/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $100/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $250/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $NA/10km |
| Petrol | $NA/l |
| Rental car | $NA/day |
| Public transportation | $NA/daypass |
| Bike rental | $NA/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 42% |
| Vat | 19% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $45000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 130.87/MBits |
| Tld | .de |
| Free wifi | 8/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 94% |
| Phone mobile data | $12 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.9% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type F, Type C |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 8:00 pm |
| Opening times | 10:00 am |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon.de |
| Supermarket | Edeka |
| Pharmacy | dm-drogerie markt |
| Drugstore | Rossmann |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 9/10 |
| Swimming | 9/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sauerbraten | A marinated beef roast served with a sweet and sour sauce | $15-$20 |
| Schweinshaxe | A roasted pork knuckle served with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes | $12-$15 |
| Bratwurst | A grilled sausage served with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes | $10-$12 |
| Kartoffelpuffer | Potato pancakes served with applesauce or sour cream | $8-$10 |
| Apfelstrudel | A pastry filled with apples, cinnamon, and sugar | $6-$8 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Beer | Germany is famous for its beer, with many different types and brands to choose from. | $5-10 |
| Wine | Germany also produces a variety of wines, including Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Gewürztraminer. | $10-20 |
| Schnapps | Schnapps is a type of German brandy that is typically made from fruit. | $5-10 |
| Glühwein | Glühwein is a hot mulled wine that is popular during the winter months. | $5-10 |
| Apfelschorle | Apfelschorle is a mix of apple juice and sparkling water. | $3-5 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Beer Stein | A traditional German drinking vessel with a lid | €10-€50 |
| Cuckoo Clock | A mechanical clock with a carved bird that pops out to cuckoo on the hour | €20-€100 |
| Dirndl or Lederhosen | Traditional Bavarian clothing | €50-€200 |
| Nutcracker | A wooden figure that cracks nuts when its lever is pressed | €10-€50 |
| Porcelain | Fine china made in Germany | €20-€100 |
| Steiff Teddy Bear | A world-famous teddy bear made in Germany | €50-€200 |
| Wine | German wines are known for their quality and variety | €10-€50 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year |
| Epiphany | January 6 | Celebrates the visit of the Three Wise Men to the infant Jesus |
| Good Friday | Varies | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Sunday | Varies | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | Varies | Celebrates the day after Easter Sunday |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Ascension Day | Varies | Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven |
| Whit Sunday | Varies | Celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles |
| Whit Monday | Varies | Celebrates the day after Whit Sunday |
| Corpus Christi | Varies | Celebrates the institution of the Eucharist |
| German Unity Day | October 3 | Celebrates the reunification of Germany in 1990 |
| Reformation Day | October 31 | Commemorates the start of the Protestant Reformation |
| All Saints’ Day | November 1 | Celebrates all Christian saints |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | Celebrates the day after Christmas Day |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Bild |
| Online news | Spiegel Online |
| Tv | Das Erste |
| Radio | Deutschlandfunk |