Berlin, Germany's capital, sits at an average elevation of 34 meters above sea level in the North German Plain – one of Europe's flattest major cities. The terrain varies from about 28 m at the inner city to 115 m at the Müggel Hills in the southeast. The man-made Teufelsberg (120 m) in Charlottenburg, built from WWII rubble, is technically higher still.
That works out to roughly 112 feet above sea level. The nearby cities compared on this page average 84 m, putting Berlin about 50 m lower.
Quick Facts
| Elevation (above sea level) | 34 m |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 52.5200° N, 13.4050° E |
| Country | Germany |
| Continent | Europe |
Compare elevations – nearby cities
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburg | 8 | Germany |
| Warsaw | 100 | Poland |
| Leipzig | 113 | Germany |
| Dresden | 113 | Germany |
Cities with a similar elevation
The following cities sit at an elevation similar to Berlin (34 m above sea level):
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Paris | 35 | France |
| Duisburg | 36 | Germany |
| Oberhausen | 36 | Germany |
| Potsdam | 37 | Germany |
| Krefeld | 39 | Germany |
| Brussels | 29 | Belgium |
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Berlin above sea level?
Berlin averages 34 m above sea level, ranging from about 28 m in the city center to 115 m at the Müggel Hills in Treptow-Köpenick.
What is Berlin's highest natural point?
The Müggel Hills (Müggelberge) at 115 m. The Teufelsberg (120 m) in Charlottenburg is higher but artificial – built from WWII rubble.
Why is Berlin so flat?
Berlin lies in the Northeast German Plain shaped by Ice Age glaciers, leaving sandy soils, lakes and a low-lying landscape.