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Berlin vs Bucharest

Berlin is about 3.9× larger than Bucharest by administrative area. Berlin (Germany) covers 891 km² (344 mi²) with a population of 3.8 million, while Bucharest (Romania) covers 226 km² (87 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.

Metric Berlin Bucharest
Area 891 km² 226 km²
Area (mi²) 344 mi² 87 mi²
Population 3,782,202 1,716,961
Population density 4,244 /km² 7,597 /km²
Area ratioBerlin is ~3.9× larger by area than Bucharest.

Frequently asked questions

Is Berlin bigger than Bucharest?

Yes — Berlin is about 3.9× larger by area: 891 km² vs 226 km².

How big is Berlin?

Berlin, Germany, covers about 891 km² (344 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is Bucharest?

Bucharest, Romania, covers about 226 km² (87 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Berlin or Bucharest?

Berlin has the larger population: 3.8 million vs 1.7 million. Population density is about 4,244 people/km² in Berlin and 7,597 people/km² in Bucharest.

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