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Germany
230V • 50Hz • Europe
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plug Types
F, C
Driving Side
Right
Capital
Berlin
Currency
EUR
Electrical System Overview
Germany is home to the Schuko (Type F) plug standard used across much of Europe. Operating at 230V/50Hz, German electrical installations follow strict VDE standards and are extremely reliable. The Type F plug features side grounding clips and is one of the most common plug types worldwide.
Plug Types Used in Germany
F
Type F (Schuko) Primary
220-240V
50Hz
16A
Grounded
Pins: 2 round pins + grounding clips
C
Type C (Europlug)
220-240V
50Hz
2.5A
Ungrounded
Pins: 2 round pins
Travel Information
Adapter Recommendations
Type F (Schuko) is the standard. Type C also works well.
Travel Tips
Germany is home to the Schuko (Type F) plug standard used across much of Europe.
Safety Notes
German electrical standards (VDE) are among the strictest in the world.
Languages
German
Calling Code
+49
Timezone
Europe/Berlin
Other Countries Using Type F
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