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Germany
Russia
Area Comparison
Berlin is 2.8x smaller than Moscow
Population Comparison
Berlin has 3.4x fewer people than Moscow
Moscow is significantly larger, covering 2.8 times the area of Berlin. Moscow spans 2,511 km² (970 mi²) while Berlin covers 892 km² (344 mi²) — a difference of 1,619 km². You could fit Berlin inside Moscow approximately 2 times.
To put Berlin's size in perspective, its area of 892 km² is about 1.1x the size of New York City. Meanwhile, Moscow at 2,511 km² is roughly the same size as Luxembourg.
Germany's capital and largest city. Known as "The Grey City", Berlin covers 892 km² with a population of 3.6 million. The city was established in 1237. Berlin is known for Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall remnants, Museum Island, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the BVG (U-Bahn & S-Bahn).
Berlin has more bridges than Venice — over 1,700 compared to Venice's 400
Russia's capital and largest city. Also known as "The Third Rome", Moscow has an area of 2,511 km² and is home to 12.5 million people. The city dates back to 1147. Visitors come for The Kremlin, Red Square, Saint Basil's Cathedral, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Moscow Metro.
Moscow's metro stations are considered some of the most beautiful in the world, often called 'underground palaces'
Looking beyond city limits, the Moscow metropolitan area covers 5,891 km², which is 1.6x larger than greater Berlin at 3,743 km². The Moscow metro area is also more populous, with 17.1 million people compared to 6.1 million.
Berlin has a population density of 4,092 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Moscow, with 4,994 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Both cities have comparable density, though Moscow is slightly more compact.
Both cities are in Europe, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Berlin (Germany) and Moscow (Russia) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Berlin has a oceanic climate while Moscow experiences humid continental conditions. When it's noon in Moscow, it's 10:00 AM in Berlin — a 2-hour time difference.
Size Ratio
Berlin fits inside Moscow ~2 times
The straight-line distance from Berlin to Moscow is 1,609 km (1,000 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~2h 24m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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