Geography of Germany
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
357,022
km² (rank #63)
Coastline
2,389
km
Highest Point
Zugspitze (2,963 m)
Lowest Point
Neuendorf bei Wilster (-3.5 m)
Area Comparison
Germany
357,022 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Germany is 3.6% the size of the United States.
Climate
Temperate and marine; cool, cloudy, wet winters and summers
Terrain
Lowlands in the north, uplands in the center, Bavarian Alps in the south
Natural Resources
Coal
Lignite
Natural Gas
Iron Ore
Copper
Nickel
Uranium
Potash
Salt
Timber
Land Use
34.1%
31.8%
34.1%
Arable: 34.1%
Forest: 31.8%
Other: 34.1%
Bordering Countries
Germany on the Map
Region
Europe
Western Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Germany?
Germany covers an area of 357,022 km², ranking #63 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Germany?
Temperate and marine; cool, cloudy, wet winters and summers
What is the highest point in Germany?
The highest point in Germany is Zugspitze (2,963 m).
What natural resources does Germany have?
Germany's natural resources include Coal, Lignite, Natural Gas, Iron Ore, Copper, Nickel, Uranium, Potash, Salt, Timber.
Which countries border Germany?
Germany shares land borders with Denmark, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Switzerland, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands.