Germany is one of Europe’s most diverse and historically rich countries — and the best way to plan (and remember) your journeys is to track them visually. This interactive Germany States Map lets you mark all 16 German states (Bundesländer) you’ve visited, lived in, or want to explore next. Whether you’ve explored the castles of Bavaria, the creative streets of Berlin, the Rhine Valley vineyards in Rhineland-Palatinate, or the coastal towns of Schleswig-Holstein, this Germany travel map gives you a clear, visual record of your progress. Click each state to assign it to Visited, Lived, or Wishlist, search instantly to jump to any region, and watch your travel stats update in real time. When you’re ready, download your personalised Germany map as a high-resolution SVG — perfect for printing, saving digitally, or turning your travels across Germany into a lasting keepsake.
Germany States Map
Mark German states (Bundesländer) you’ve visited, lived in, or want to explore. Track progress and download your Germany map as an SVG.
Germany states (Bundesländer) — quick list
Use the list to jump quickly — tap a state to auto-fill the search box above.
Germany (at a glance)
Germany is a federal republic made up of 16 states (Bundesländer). Each state has its own identity — from historic city-states to alpine regions, forests, and coastal ports.
- City-states: Berlin, Hamburg, Bremen.
- South: Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg (Alps, lakes, castles).
- West: North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate (Rhine, major cities).
- East: Saxony, Brandenburg, Thuringia (culture, forests, history).
- North: Schleswig-Holstein and Lower Saxony (coasts, ports).
Useful tips
- Keyboard: press 1 / 2 / 3 to switch Visited / Lived / Wishlist.
- Edit fast: Shift + click removes a state.
- Share: use Copy share link to save your map progress.
- Keep it: download SVG for a clean record that stays sharp at any size.
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Create something physical from places that matter — prints, phone cases, notebooks and more.
GERMANY MAP FAQ
How many states are in Germany?
Germany is divided into 16 federal states, known as Bundesländer. Each state has its own capital, regional government, and distinct cultural identity. This interactive Germany map allows you to track all 16 states individually.
What is the largest state in Germany?
Bavaria (Bayern) is the largest German state by land area. It is known for the Alps, Neuschwanstein Castle, Munich, and traditional Bavarian culture.
What is the smallest state in Germany?
Bremen is the smallest German state by area. It is a city-state consisting of Bremen and Bremerhaven.
What is the difference between a German state and a city-state?
Germany has three city-states: Berlin, Hamburg, and Bremen. These are both cities and federal states at the same time, functioning like other states but centered around a single major urban area.
What is the capital of Germany?
The capital of Germany is Berlin, which is also one of the 16 federal states.
Can I turn my Germany map into a product?
Yes. You can create custom prints, phone cases, notebooks, and other map-based products using the states that matter most to you — turning your travels across Germany into something tangible.
What are the 16 states of Germany?
Germany’s 16 states are:
Baden-Württemberg
Bavaria (Bayern)
Berlin
Brandenburg
Bremen
Hamburg
Hesse (Hessen)
Lower Saxony (Niedersachsen)
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
North Rhine-Westphalia (Nordrhein-Westfalen)
Rhineland-Palatinate (Rheinland-Pfalz)
Saarland
Saxony (Sachsen)
Saxony-Anhalt (Sachsen-Anhalt)
Schleswig-Holstein
Thuringia (Thüringen)
You can mark each one as Visited, Lived, or Wishlist on the map.
