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Example Address in Germany

Learn how to correctly format an address in Germany, with real and fictional examples to guide you.

What is a German Address?

A standard German address typically includes the recipient's name, street address, postal code, city, and sometimes the federal state. Here's an overview of the key components:

  • Recipient Name: The name of the person or business receiving the mail.
  • Street Address: The building number and the name of the street. Sometimes, additional details like apartment numbers are included.
  • Postal Code: The postal code specific to the address, crucial for accurate delivery.
  • City: The city where the address is located.
  • Federal State (Optional): The state (Bundesland) may sometimes be included, especially in official contexts.

Real German Address Examples

Below are examples of correctly formatted real German addresses, including business and residential addresses:

Reichstag Building

Platz der Republik 1
11011 Berlin
Germany

BMW Headquarters

Petuelring 130
80809 München
Germany

Frankfurt Airport

Hugo-Eckener-Ring 1
60549 Frankfurt am Main
Germany

Brandenburg Gate

Pariser Platz
10117 Berlin
Germany

Porsche Museum

Porscheplatz 1
70435 Stuttgart
Germany

Kölner Dom (Cologne Cathedral)

Domkloster 4
50667 Köln
Germany

Oktoberfest (Theresienwiese)

Theresienwiese
80336 München
Germany

Mercedes-Benz Arena

Mercedesstraße 69
70372 Stuttgart
Germany

Zugspitze

Garmisch-Partenkirchen
82467 Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Germany

Sample German Postal Codes

Here are some sample German postal codes, along with the cities they belong to:

  • 10115 - Berlin (Mitte)
  • 20095 - Hamburg (Altstadt)
  • 50667 - Köln (Altstadt-Nord)
  • 60311 - Frankfurt am Main (Innenstadt)
  • 70173 - Stuttgart (Mitte)
  • 80331 - München (Altstadt-Lehel)
  • 90403 - Nürnberg (Altstadt)
  • 01067 - Dresden (Altstadt)
  • 04109 - Leipzig (Zentrum)
  • 14467 - Potsdam (Nördliche Innenstadt)

Common Address Mistakes

When formatting a German address, avoid these common mistakes:

  • Omitting the postal code or using an incorrect one.
  • Forgetting to include the house number in the street address.
  • Incorrectly ordering the address components, such as placing the city before the postal code.

For more detailed guidance on formatting German addresses, or to verify an address, consider using a postal verification tool or refer to Deutsche Post's official guidelines.