Google Cloud Frankfurt 3
Operated by Google Cloud
Capacity
196MW
Tier Level
Tier 2
Redundant capacity — redundant components, but single distribution path
PUE
1.15
ExcellentGreen Score
71/ 100
Certifications
2
Nearest IXP
DE-CIX Frankfurt
1 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Google Cloud Frankfurt 3 |
| Operator | Google Cloud |
| Facility Type | Hyperscale |
| Power Capacity | 196 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.15Excellent |
| Tier Certification | Tier 2 — Redundant capacity — redundant components, but single distribution path |
| Location | 🇩🇪 Frankfurt, Germany |
| GPS Coordinates | 50.1091, 8.6682 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 350 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | SOC 2ISO 27001 |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Verified |
Connectivity & Network
1
IXPs within 50 km
1
IXPs within 100 km
7
IXPs within 500 km
Nearest Internet Exchange Points
| Name | City | Distance | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| DE-CIX Frankfurt | Frankfurt | 1 km | 1,100 |
| ECIX Düsseldorf | Düsseldorf | 182 km | 60 |
| SwissIX Zurich | Zurich | 304 km | 250 |
| AMS-IX Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 363 km | 900 |
| BCIX Berlin | Berlin | 424 km | 80 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Exceptional efficiency, among the best globally
26.3% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
70.6/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇩🇪 DE)
Est. Annual CO2
691.1ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇩🇪 Germany)
Google Cloud Portfolio
Google Cloud
61 facilities across 18 countries
Total Facilities
61
Countries
18
Facility Types
Countries Present
Other Google Cloud Facilities
Local Market Context
72
Facilities in Frankfurt
91
Facilities in Germany
19
Operators in Frankfurt
#1
City rank in Germany
Frankfurt ranks #1 in Germany by facility count, with 72 data centers operated by 19 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Frankfurt
Frankfurt has 72 facilities from 19 operators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Google Cloud Frankfurt 3?
Google Cloud Frankfurt 3 is a hyperscale data center operated by Google Cloud in Frankfurt, Germany, with 196 MW capacity and Tier 2 certification.
What certifications does Google Cloud Frankfurt 3 have?
Google Cloud Frankfurt 3 holds the following certifications: SOC 2, ISO 27001.
How efficient is Google Cloud Frankfurt 3?
Google Cloud Frankfurt 3 has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.15, which is rated as "excellent". This is 26.3% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Google Cloud Frankfurt 3?
The nearest IXP is DE-CIX Frankfurt in Frankfurt, located 1 km away with 1,100 connected participants.