Germany

Germany is a large country in the center of Europe. It is known for its powerful cars, fairy-tale castles, and great inventors. Germany has thick forests, big rivers, and lively cities.

Land and People

About 84 million people live in Germany, making it the most populated country in Europe. The capital is Berlin. The Black Forest is a thick woodland in the southwest. The Rhine River is one of Europe's busiest waterways.

Huge ancient Roman building still standing in Germany.
Huge ancient Roman building still standing in Germany. (Bjalek Michal / Wikimedia Commons)

Culture and Fun Facts

Germans love soccer and have won the World Cup four times. Pretzels, sausages, and gummy bears are famous German foods. Gummy bears were invented in Germany! Christmas markets with lights and treats are a beloved tradition every winter.

Fun Facts

  • Gummy bears were invented in Germany in 1922.
  • Germany has over 25,000 castles.
  • The Autobahn is a highway in Germany where some sections have no speed limit.

Did You Know?

Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany looks like a fairy-tale castle from a storybook. It inspired Walt Disney when he designed Sleeping Beauty's castle at Disneyland. About 1.4 million people visit it every year.