No plug adapter needed
Your plugs from Germany (types C and F) fit the sockets in France (types C and E).
Travel
Germany France
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: no converter needed
France has 230 V, Germany has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.
Frequency: the same
50 Hz in both countries.
- from: Germany
- to: France
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type C | CE | fits |
| Type F | CE | fits |
- Germany
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- France
- 230 V · 50 Hz
Type E sockets with a protruding earth pin. Most German and other European plugs fit thanks to the hybrid CEE 7/7 design.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from Germany to France?
No plug adapter needed. Your plugs from Germany (types C and F) fit the sockets in France (types C and E).
Do I need a voltage converter from Germany to France?
Voltage: no converter needed. France has 230 V, Germany has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.