What are the top ten cities in Germany?

Cities with a population of more than 1, can be considered as big cities, and more than 8 cities in Germany have met the standards. There are four cities in Germany with a population of more than 1 million, ranking among the European metropolises, including Berlin and Hamburg. However, cities in Ruhr, such as Dortmund, are also developing steadily and have become one of the largest cities in Germany.

Top Ten Cities in Germany (Source: Statista)

First place: Berlin

Berlin, the capital of Germany, is the largest city in Germany with a population of about 3.6 million. The population will continue to increase in the next few years. Despite the shortage of housing and rising rents, Berlin always attracts young people from all over the world. Many German companies are headquartered in the capital, including Deutsche Bahn, Zalando and Edeka.

Berlin TV Tower (Source: dpa)

Second place: Hamburg

Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany with more than 1.8 million residents. Hansestadt is one of the most popular this beautiful city in Germany. The metropolitan economy in northern Germany is developing well, especially in the handicraft sector. At the same time, companies such as Edeka, Airbus, Otto and Lufthansa also ensured the steady growth of Hamburg's economy.

Hamburg Pier (Source: handelsblatt.com)

Third place: Munich

The state capital of Bavaria, with a population of about 1.5 million, is the third largest city in Germany. The annual Oktoberfest in Munich can attract millions of tourists from all over the world, and tourism and hotel industry are booming. In 218 alone, 2 new hotels opened in downtown Munich. In addition, the headquarters of Siemens, Allianz, BMW and Linde are all located here. At the same time, the headquarters of Bayern Munich, the most famous football club in Germany, is also located in this city.

Munich Oktoberfest (Source: dpa)

Fourth place: Cologne

Cologne has about 1.8 million residents, and the landmark Cologne Cathedral and the famous Rhineland Carnival leave a deep impression on tourists. Trade and transportation are the characteristics of Cologne as a business district. Companies such as Ford, Bayer and Deutsche Bahn are all located in this city.

cologne cathedral (source: dpa)

fifth place: Frankfurt

Frankfurt has a population of about 763,38, ranking fifth. As a banking metropolis, it is famous for its financial district and skyline, and Maine Hatton has become the central business district of Frankfurt.

in addition to the European central bank, other global active companies and banks, such as Bilfinger, DB Regio and Commerzbank, have also set up their headquarters here. Frankfurt is also the hub of international air traffic. Frankfurt Airport is the largest airport in Germany, with more than 1,3 flights every day and the fourth largest airport in Europe.

Frankfurt skyline (Source: dpa)

Sixth place: Stuttgart

Stuttgart ranks sixth with a population of 635,911. The production bases of two German automakers, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, are both here. The two car companies also have their own museums in Stuttgart.

Castle Square in Stuttgart (Source: handelsblatt.com)

Seventh place: Dusseldorf

Dusseldorf is not only the state capital of North Rhine-westfalen, but also the seventh largest city in Germany, with about 621,877 residents. It is famous for its fashion and art.

the old town of dü sseldorf, known as the "longest bar in the world", is also a popular tourist destination. Large enterprises located in the city include Henkel, Rheinmetall and Uniper, an energy company.

Media Port in Dü sseldorf (Source: handelsblatt.com)

Eighth place: Leipzig

Leipzig is the eighth largest city in Germany with a population of 593,145. This city is becoming more and more popular with young people in Saxony. Besides low rent, Leipzig attracts people with its strong cultural and creative atmosphere, so it is often called "New Berlin".

Leipzig is the logistics center of Saxony and neighboring countries because of its central position. Large enterprises headquartered in Leipzig include BMW and Siemens.

Barefoot Alleys in Leipzig (Source: handelsblatt.com)

Ninth place: Dortmund

Dortmund, with 588,25 residents, is the largest city in Ruhr, ranking ninth. The urban landscape of Dortmund is characterized by industrial relics and buildings in the mining age. Dortmund U building is an industrial high-rise building listed in the list, and now it has become a city landmark as a cultural place. Large enterprises located in Dortmund include RWE, Thyssen Krupp and Signal Iduna.

Dortmund U Building (Source: dpa)

1th place: Essen

Essen has a population of about 582,76, ranking 1th. Located in the north of Essen, Germany, the Customs Union Coal Mine Industrial Complex is a historical industrial monument and was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 21.

Industry, energy industry and chemical industry have strong economic strength in this city. Essen owns companies such as STEAG, Thyssen Krupp Rheinland RWE and Evonik Industries.