Which is bigger: Germany or Philippines?

Germany is larger (357,022 km²) — about 1.0 times the size of Philippines (342,353 km²).

Why do Germany and Philippines look different on the map than in reality?

The common Mercator projection enlarges areas the farther they lie from the equator, so the on-map size proportions of Germany and Philippines are distorted compared to their true land area.

Germany vs Philippines Size Comparison

Discover the true size difference between Germany and Philippines. Compare their overlaid silhouettes and learn how the Mercator projection distorts scale.

Direct Silhouette Overlay (same scale)

Comparison of shapes at the exact same, real geographic scale. Click or tap and drag either silhouette to adjust positioning manually.

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Germany ↗

Surface Area357,022 km²

Population82,905,782

TypeCountry

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Philippines ↗

Surface Area342,353 km²

Population106,651,922

TypeCountry

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