Germany Facts

Interesting Facts for Kids

Here are some interesting Germany Facts which were chosen and researched by kids especially for kids.

• Population: 84 million people live in Germany (2021). The majority of the people live in cities and towns.
• Capital: Berlin with 3.5 million inhabitants is not only Germany’s capital city but also the biggest city.
• Name: Bundesrepublik Deutschland (Federal Republic of Germany)
• Government: Democracy, Republic
• Language: German
• Literacy: More than 99% can read and write.
• Religion: mainly Christians (Protestants 34%, Roman Catholics 34%)
• Currency: 1 Euro = 100 cents, before 2001 German Mark/Deutsche Mark (DM)
• Flag colors: black, red and gold