Amsterdam vs Berlin - City Size Comparison

Is Amsterdam Bigger Than Berlin?

Yes — Berlin is 4.1x larger than Amsterdam by area. Berlin spans 892 km² (344 mi²) while Amsterdam covers 219 km² (85 mi²) — a difference of 673 km². You could fit Amsterdam inside Berlin approximately 4 times.

About Amsterdam

Capital of the Netherlands, known for its canals. Known as "Venice of the North", Amsterdam covers 219 km² with a population of 0.9 million. The city was established in 1275. Amsterdam is known for Canal ring, Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the GVB (Metro & Tram).

Amsterdam sits 2 meters below sea level and is protected by an elaborate system of dikes and pumping stations

About Berlin

Germany's capital and largest city. Often called "The Grey City", Berlin has an area of 892 km² and is home to 3.6 million people. The city dates back to 1237. Visitors come for Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall remnants, Museum Island, and much more. Getting around is easy with the BVG (U-Bahn & S-Bahn).

Berlin has more bridges than Venice — over 1,700 compared to Venice's 400

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Berlin metropolitan area covers 3,743 km², which is 1.5x larger than greater Amsterdam at 2,580 km². The Berlin metro area is also more populous, with 6.1 million people compared to 2.5 million.

Population Density

Amsterdam has a population density of 4,201 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Berlin, with 4,092 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Both cities have comparable density, though Amsterdam is slightly more compact.

Climate & Time Zone

Both cities share a oceanic climate, though local geography creates distinct microclimates in each.