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Germany

The Federal Republic of Germany is a country in Western Europe covering an area of 357,021 sq km. It is the most populous member state of the European Union with 81.8 million inhabitants. Germany is home to the third-biggest number of international migrants worldwide.

4,376 Questions

Is Germany near the UK?

Germany is 295 kilometers, or about 183 miles, from the United Kingdom at their closest points. One must travel over the North Sea from the U.K. to Germany, or you must travel through France and under the Channel tunnel, for the shortest connectivity. The shortest route would likely travel through Belgium and/or the Netherlands, in addition to France and the Channel/North Sea.

Is Germany windy?

It depends,

there are no frequent hurricanes or tornadoes in Germany. However, it can be very windy in the northern part of Germany, especially along the coast (the north- and east- sea). The main 'windy' month are autumn (Oct) and spring (April) but heavy winds can also occur in the summer, mainly with thunderstorms. Very seldom there are weather phenomena that act like a 'micro-tornado'. This means you can have strong winds on just one road an two or three blocks away almost no wind.

Is Germany a francophone country?

No. People in France speak French. Some of the people near the French-German border learn German in school though.

What colour are German post boxes?

Since 1859 they have been red what has become known as Post Office red. Before 1859 they were green which is the colour of post boxes in the Irish Republic.

Does everyone in Germany speak English?

Depends on the person. Some speak only one language, some speak more than one. Each country has at least some people who speak 2 languages or more. A further point: Most Germans learn English at school, often to a respectable or high standard. In fact, in Germany people who cannot speak (and read) a foreign language are considered uneducated.

What is the significance of the Rhine river?

First of all Europe is not a country, it is a Continent.


The Rhine has been a vital, navigable waterway, and carried trade and goods deep inland. It has also served as a defensive feature and has been the basis for regional and international borders.

What was the German currency in 2001?

The German currency From 1948 until the 28th of February 2002 was the "Deutsche Mark". This was divide into down into 100 pfenning (pennies)

What are the two largest religious denominations in Germany?

Roman Catholic 43.4% Protestant 28.7% The Statesman's Yearbook 2007 p. 540

When was the Zimmerman Note intercepted?

It was received by the Mexican president, Venustiano Carranza, on January 16, 1917. He officially declined the offer stated on the telegram on April 14 of that same year, but by that date, the United States had already entered WW1.

How far is Germany from Poland?

From Their Capitals(Warsaw and Moscow), it is approx: 700 miles 600 nautical miles 1,150 Kilometers 677,700 Smoots 3,783,900 feet From Their Border Lines, it is approx: 230 Miles 200 Nautical Miles 370 Kilometers 218,940 Smoots 1,222,400 Feet

How many countries surround Germany?

Denmark, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Switzerland, Austria, Czech Republic and Poland are the neighboring countries of Germany.

Does Germany have an army?

Germany is a modern nation with a modern military force, the Bundeswehr. It is composed of an army (Heer), a navy (Marine) and an air force (Luftwaffe) division. Military service (or civillian service) is compulsary for all young men. Use the link below to review some facts and statistics, and to gather more general information.

Does Germany have clean water?

Yes you can !

Germany has one of the highest standards for tap water in the world.

A fad for bottled water still prevails, due to the lack of information that is provided to the population.

What was German currency in 1880?

Following the proclamation of the (second) German empire in 1871 a single German currency was introduced in 1873-74 called the Mark. 1 Mark = 100 Pfennig. (Before that the various German States had had their own currencies).

What are neighbours of Germany?

North

Denmark

East

Poland

Czech Republic

South

Austria

Switzerland

West

France

Luxembourg

Belgium

Netherlands

Is Germany the largest country in the EU?

Out of European countries, yes, Germany is the largest economy, at about $3,330,000,000 (US dollars). However the group of European nations known as the European Union has the largest economy in Europe (on Earth in fact) and is about $16,000,000,000 (US dollars).

Can Germans have brown eyes?

Yes, Germans can have brown eyes. In the past, many Germans were known for their blond hair and blue eyes. In recent times, German people have married people of many colors and ethnicities and so have many different skin and eye colors.

How many survived the Munich air disaster in 1958?

a monkey farted and killed a garraf than killed the peopel on bord

Do people wear fur coats in Germany?

SOme do, most don't. In that perspective Berlin isn't any different from other cities in the same climate zone.

Which German city is known for its Oktoberfest?

MUNICH Oktoberfest can last either 17 or 18 days, depending on the calendar that year.