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Vorpommern-Greifswald

Population

235,451

Price per mยฒ

$3,946

Cost of Living

$2,076

Unemployment

4.3%

Germany Housing Market

Historical national price trends, index 2015 = 100

About Vorpommern-Greifswald

Lifestyle and Atmosphere

Vorpommern-Greifswald offers a blend of rural and coastal living, with a generally relaxed and peaceful atmosphere. The region's diverse landscape, including the Baltic coast, forests, and rolling hills, creates a tranquil environment. The pace of life is generally slower than in larger cities.

Food Culture

The food culture reflects the region's coastal location and agricultural heritage. Seafood is a prominent feature of the local cuisine, alongside traditional German dishes made with locally sourced ingredients.

Notable Features

The region boasts a diverse landscape, including the Baltic coast, forests, and rolling hills. The city of Greifswald, with its historic university, is a cultural and historical center of the region.

Climate

Monthly precipitation and temperature patterns

Precipitation by Month

Sunshine Hours by Month

Annual Precipitation

515.2 mm

Sunshine Hours

1626 hours annually

Climate Category

Cool Climate

Taxes

Personal Income Tax
53.5%
Corporate Tax
25%
Capital Gains Tax
0%
Dividend Tax
30%
Crypto Tax
0%

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Visa & Citizenship

Citizenship

Medium Residency (6-8 years)

Passport Strength

Very Strong

Jus Soli

Yes, with Hard Conditions

Jus Sanguinis

Yes, Parents Only

Outdoor Activities

The region's diverse landscape provides abundant opportunities for outdoor activities, including swimming, sunbathing, hiking, cycling, and various water sports.

Cultural Life

Vorpommern-Greifswald boasts a rich cultural heritage, reflected in its numerous historical sites, local traditions, and cultural events. The city of Greifswald, with its university, contributes significantly to the region's cultural life.

Major Cities & Towns

1

Greifswald, Universitรคts- und Hansestadt

60,071 residents
Population Share 25.5%
2

Anklam, Hansestadt

12,363 residents
Population Share 5.3%
3

Wolgast, Stadt

12,092 residents
Population Share 5.1%
4

Pasewalk, Stadt

9,785 residents
Population Share 4.2%
5

Torgelow, Stadt

9,269 residents
Population Share 3.9%

Demographics

Median Age 51.5 years
Population Density 60.6 people/kmยฒ
Foreign-born Population 6.3%

Age Distribution

0-14 15-24 25-44 45-64 65+

Lifestyle Factors

Air Quality

Very High

Healthcare

Very High

Safety

Low

Pet Friendliness

Moderate

Tourism Pressure

High

Internet Speed (Download Mbps)

66.3 Mbps

Legal Framework

Same-Sex Marriage Full rights
Child Adoption Allowed
IVF Legal
Abortion 12 weeks
Surrogacy Surrogacy Fully Prohibited
Cannabis Fully Decriminalized

Education & Childcare

Education

Education Quality Very High
ECEC Category Very High
English Language Skills Very High

Accessibility

Distance to Coast within 30 min
Distance to Ski Resort more than 3h
Distance to Major Airport within 3h

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