European Countries

European countries, located on the continent of Europe, are home to diverse cultures, languages, and histories. From the ancient ruins of Greece to the modern cities of France, these nations offer a rich tapestry of experiences. Each country, whether large or small, possesses its own unique charm and contributes to the global influence of the continent.

Area: Approximately 10 million square kilometers

Borders 1 continent: Asia

Borders 2 oceans: The Arctic Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean

Largest countries: Russia, Ukraine

Highest point: Mount Elbrus, 5,642 meters (Russia)

Lowest point: Caspian Sea, 28 meters below sea level

Longest river: Volga River, 3,500 kilometers

Largest lake: Lake Ladoga, with an area of 17,700 square kilometers

Largest island: Great Britain, with an area of 229,850 square kilometers

Largest cave: Postojna Cave (Slovenia)

Main regions: Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Northern Europe, Southern Europe

Western Europe

Austria - (Capital: Vienna)
Belgium - (Capital: Brussels)
France - (Capital: Paris)
Germany - (Capital: Berlin)
Liechtenstein - (Capital: Vaduz)
Luxembourg - (Capital: Luxembourg)
Netherlands - (Capital: Amsterdam)
Monaco - (Capital: Monaco)
Switzerland - (Capital: Bern)

Eastern Europe

Belarus - (Capital: Minsk)
Bulgaria - (Capital: Sofia)
Czechia - (Capital: Prague)
Hungary - (Capital: Budapest)
Moldova - (Capital: Chișinău)
Poland - (Capital: Warsaw)
Romania - (Capital: Bucharest)
Slovakia - (Capital: Bratislava)
Ukraine - (Capital: Kyiv)
Russia (about 23% of Russian territory is in Europe, mainly in the western part, not Siberia) - (Capital: Moscow)

Northern Europe

Denmark - (Capital: Copenhagen)
Estonia - (Capital: Tallinn)
Finland - (Capital: Helsinki)
Iceland - (Capital: Reykjavik)
Ireland - (Capital: Dublin)
Latvia - (Capital: Riga)
Lithuania - (Capital: Vilnius)
Norway - (Capital: Oslo)
Sweden - (Capital: Stockholm)
United Kingdom - (Capital: London)

Dependent Territories and Special Sovereign Regions

Svalbard (Norway)
Åland Islands (Finland)
Faroe Islands (Denmark)
Guernsey (UK)
Jersey (UK)
Isle of Man (UK)

Southern Europe

Albania - (Capital: Tirana)
Andorra - (Capital: Andorra la Vella)
Bosnia and Herzegovina - (Capital: Sarajevo)
Croatia - (Capital: Zagreb)
Greece - (Capital: Athens)
Italy - (Capital: Rome)
Kosovo - (Capital: Pristina) (Though it declared independence in 2008, not all countries recognize Kosovo as an independent state)
Malta - (Capital: Valletta)
Montenegro - (Capital: Podgorica)
North Macedonia - (Capital: Skopje)
Portugal - (Capital: Lisbon)
San Marino - (Capital: San Marino)
Serbia - (Capital: Belgrade)
Slovenia - (Capital: Ljubljana)
Spain - (Capital: Madrid)
Vatican City - A sovereign state recognized by the Lateran Treaty between the Holy See and Italy in 1929, separate from Italy's territory.

Dependent Territories and Special Sovereign Regions

Gibraltar (UK)
Akrotiri and Dhekelia (UK)

Europe is a diverse continent with a rich history and a wide variety of cultures. From the bustling cities of Western Europe to the serene landscapes of Northern Europe, each region offers something unique. Whether you're interested in history, nature, or modern attractions, Europe has something for every traveler.