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GermanyvsLiechtenstein

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This comparison uses the latest available atlas values for each country; reporting years can differ by metric.

The biggest differences first

Population

Germany is higher

Germany records 83,516,593, about 2064.7× the other value.

Surface area

Germany is higher

Germany records 357,680 km², about 2235.5× the other value.

Nominal GDP

Germany is higher

Germany records $4.69 trillion, about 568.7× the other value.

What stands out

Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.

Population

🇩🇪 Germany83,516,593
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein40,450

Germany’s population is about 2,065× that of Liechtenstein, a difference of 83,476,143.

Surface area

🇩🇪 Germany357,680 km²
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein160 km²

Germany’s surface area is about 2,236× that of Liechtenstein, a difference of 357,520 km².

Population density

🇩🇪 Germany233 /km²
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein253 /km²

Liechtenstein’s population density is 8.3% higher than that of Germany, a difference of 19.3 /km².

Nominal GDP

🇩🇪 Germany$4.69 trillion · 2024
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein$8.24 billion · 2023

Germany’s nominal GDP is about 569× that of Liechtenstein, a difference of $4.68 trillion.

GDP per capita

🇩🇪 Germany$56,104 · 2024
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein$206,781 · 2023

Liechtenstein’s GDP per capita is 269% higher than that of Germany, a difference of $150,677.

Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.

Full side-by-side comparison

Capital

Berlin

Vaduz

Population

83,516,593

40,450

Surface area

357,680 km²

160 km²

Population density

233 /km²

253 /km²

Nominal GDP

$4.69 trillion · 2024

$8.24 billion · 2023

GDP per capita

$56,104 · 2024

$206,781 · 2023

Region

Europe

Europe

Subregion

Western Europe

Western Europe

Currency

Euro · EUR · €

Swiss franc · CHF · CHf

Nationality

German

Liechtenstein

Phone code

+49

+423

Internet domain

.de

.li

ISO codes

DE / DEU

LI / LIE

Time zone

Europe/Berlin, Europe/Busingen

Europe/Vaduz

Native name

Deutschland

Liechtenstein

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About Germany

Germany, a nation famed for its blend of tradition and innovation, stands as a cultural and economic beacon in the heart of Europe.

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About Liechtenstein

Nestled in the heart of the Alps, Liechtenstein is a tiny yet prosperous principality that enchants visitors with its blend of medieval charm and modern affluence. Despite covering just 160 square kilometers, this German‑speaking nation boasts stunning mountain scenery, a rich cultural heritage, and a reputation for financial services and high‑tech industry.

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Germany & Liechtenstein: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Germany?

The capital of Germany is Berlin.

What is the population of Germany?

Germany has a recorded population of approximately 83,516,593 people.

How big is Germany?

Germany covers an area of about 357,680 km².

What is the population density of Germany?

Germany has a population density of roughly 233 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Germany?

Germany has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $4.69 trillion as of 2024.

What is the GDP per capita of Germany?

Germany has a GDP per capita of approximately $56,104.

What currency is used in Germany?

Germany uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.

Where is Germany located?

Germany is located in Western Europe, Europe.

What is the native name of Germany?

The native name of Germany is Deutschland.

What are people from Germany called?

People from Germany are referred to as German.

What is the phone calling code for Germany?

The international dialing code for Germany is +49.

What is the internet domain for Germany?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Germany is .de.

What time zone is Germany in?

Germany spans 2 time zones including Europe/Berlin, Europe/Busingen.

What is Germany known for?

Germany, a nation famed for its blend of tradition and innovation, stands as a cultural and economic beacon in the heart of Europe.

What is the capital of Liechtenstein?

The capital of Liechtenstein is Vaduz.

What is the population of Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein has a recorded population of approximately 40,450 people.

How big is Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein covers an area of about 160 km².

What is the population density of Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein has a population density of roughly 253 /km² (people per square kilometre).

What is the GDP of Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $8.24 billion as of 2023.

What is the GDP per capita of Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein has a GDP per capita of approximately $206,781.

What currency is used in Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein uses the Swiss franc (CHF), with the symbol CHf.

Where is Liechtenstein located?

Liechtenstein is located in Western Europe, Europe.

What are people from Liechtenstein called?

People from Liechtenstein are referred to as Liechtenstein.

What is the phone calling code for Liechtenstein?

The international dialing code for Liechtenstein is +423.

What is the internet domain for Liechtenstein?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Liechtenstein is .li.

What time zone is Liechtenstein in?

Liechtenstein uses the Europe/Vaduz time zone.

What is Liechtenstein known for?

Nestled in the heart of the Alps, Liechtenstein is a tiny yet prosperous principality that enchants visitors with its blend of medieval charm and modern affluence. Despite covering just 160 square kilometers, this German‑speaking nation boasts stunning mountain scenery, a rich cultural heritage, and a reputation for financial services and high‑tech industry.