Bayreuth Population 2026
Bayreuth has a population of 72,940, making it the #119 biggest city in 🇩🇪 Germany, located in Bavaria. Roughly 0.1% of Germany's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Berlin, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,940
Rank in Germany
#119
Coordinates
49.95°N, 11.58°E
~338 m elevation · Europe/Berlin
Distance to capital (Berlin)
314 km
195 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bavaria
| City | Population | Rank in Germany |
|---|---|---|
| Munich | 1,505,005 | #3 |
| Nuremberg | 515,543 | #12 |
| Augsburg | 301,105 | #22 |
| Regensburg | 151,389 | #54 |
| Würzburg | 133,731 | #57 |
| Fürth | 132,036 | #58 |
| Ingolstadt | 120,658 | #63 |
| Erlangen | 102,675 | #79 |
Cities near Bayreuth
FAQ
What is the population of Bayreuth?
Bayreuth has a population of 72,940 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #119 biggest city in Germany.
What region is Bayreuth in?
Bayreuth is located in Bavaria, Germany.
Is Bayreuth the capital of Germany?
No, the capital of Germany is Berlin, about 314 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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