Global Switch Frankfurt
Operated by Global Switch
Capacity
94.1MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.32
GoodGreen Score
62/ 100
Certifications
1
Nearest IXP
DE-CIX Frankfurt
1 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Global Switch Frankfurt |
| Operator | Global Switch |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 94.1 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.32Good |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇩🇪 Frankfurt, Germany |
| GPS Coordinates | 50.1115, 8.6635 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 350 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | SOC 2 |
| 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 | 362 km | 900 |
| BCIX Berlin | Berlin | 424 km | 80 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Good efficiency, better than industry average
15.4% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
62.1/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇩🇪 DE)
Est. Annual CO2
380.8ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇩🇪 Germany)
Global Switch Portfolio
Global Switch
18 facilities across 6 countries
Total Facilities
18
Countries
6
Facility Types
Countries Present
Other Global Switch 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 Global Switch Frankfurt?
Global Switch Frankfurt is a colocation data center operated by Global Switch in Frankfurt, Germany, with 94.1 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Global Switch Frankfurt have?
Global Switch Frankfurt holds the following certifications: SOC 2.
How efficient is Global Switch Frankfurt?
Global Switch Frankfurt has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.32, which is rated as "good". This is 15.4% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Global Switch Frankfurt?
The nearest IXP is DE-CIX Frankfurt in Frankfurt, located 1 km away with 1,100 connected participants.