🇩🇪 Germany Postal Code Lookup
Find city, state & coordinates for any German PLZ – instant & free
📍 Enter a German postal code (PLZ)
Type the 5-digit postal code (e.g., 10115 for Berlin) to discover its city, state, and geographic coordinates. Data via Zippopotam.us.
⭐ POPULAR GERMAN POSTAL CODES
🇩🇪 Discover Germany Through Its Postal Codes
Welcome to the Cartpostal Germany Postal Code Finder. Whether you’re planning a trip, sending a package, or just curious about German geography, this tool gives you instant access to:
- City & State (Bundesland) — The official place name and federal state.
- Approximate Coordinates — Latitude and longitude (centroid of the PLZ area).
- Fun Facts — Cultural and historical tidbits about famous German cities.
🏰 Why German Postal Codes (PLZ) Matter for Travel
Germany’s 5-digit postal codes (Postleitzahlen) were introduced in 1993 (after reunification) and are excellent tools for navigating the country. The first digit indicates a large region (e.g., 1 = Berlin/Brandenburg, 2 = Hamburg/Bremen/Schleswig-Holstein, 8 = Bavaria). Use our tool to explore:
📜 A Brief History of German Postal Codes
Germany first introduced postal code areas in 1941, making it one of the earliest countries to do so. After WWII, West Germany used 4-digit codes while East Germany had its own system. Following reunification in 1990, a new 5-digit system was rolled out between 1991 and 1993, creating the modern PLZ we use today. There are approximately 26,000 active postal codes covering everything from bustling city centers to remote villages.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate are the coordinates?
Coordinates come from the Zippopotam.us database and represent the approximate geographic center of the postal code area. For large rural codes, actual locations may be a few kilometers away. Always verify with a map for precise navigation.
Do I need to include the leading zero?
Yes! German postal codes are always 5 digits, and many start with zero (e.g., 01067 for Dresden). Please include the zero when searching.
Can I search for Austrian or Swiss codes with this tool?
This page is dedicated to Germany (DE). For Austria, use country code “AT”; for Switzerland, use “CH”. We recommend visiting our Europe postal code hub for those.
Is this tool free?
Absolutely! Cartpostal provides this service completely free, with no registration. Powered by the public Zippopotam.us API.
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