Introduction
Europe is home to some of the largest and most diverse countries in the world. The continent spans across 44 countries, with Russia being the largest country, not only in Europe but in the world, covering an area of over 17 million square kilometers. This vast size has given Russia a unique geographical and cultural identity, with the country extending from Europe to Asia.
In comparison to other continents, Europe has a diverse range of large countries, with Russia being many times larger than any of the other large European countries. Russia is followed by Ukraine, which has a total area of 603,500 square kilometers – meaning that the second largest country in Europe is roughly 28 times smaller than Europe’s largest country. This is followed by France, Spain, and Sweden, all of which have a land area greater than 400,000 square kilometers.
One key difference between the largest countries in Europe and those of other continents is their population density. Despite their large size, many of these countries have relatively small populations. For example, Sweden, with a land area of around 450,000 square kilometers, has a population of just over 10 million people, while Spain, with a land area of around 505,000 square kilometers, has a population of over 46 million. This means that many of these large European countries have vast expanses of untouched wilderness and natural beauty.
The large size and cultural diversity of these countries have also played a significant role in shaping global history and politics. Many of these countries have been at the forefront of global affairs, including France, which has played a key role in shaping the development of Europe and the wider world. Additionally, countries like Germany, Spain, and Italy have had a profound impact on the fields of science, technology, and culture, influencing global developments in these areas.
European Countries by Area
# | Country | Total Area in km² | Land Area in km² | Percentage of World Landmass |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Russia | 17,098,242 km² | 16,376,870 km² | 0.11% |
2 | Ukraine | 603,500 km² | 579,400 km² | 0% |
3 | France | 551,695 km² | 547,557 km² | 0% |
4 | Spain | 505,992 km² | 499,556.6 km² | 0% |
5 | Sweden | 450,295 km² | 407,283.5 km² | 0% |
6 | Germany | 357,114 km² | 349,390 km² | 0% |
7 | Finland | 338,424 km² | 303,940 km² | 0% |
8 | Norway | 323,802 km² | 364,285 km² | 0% |
9 | Poland | 312,679 km² | 306,130 km² | 0% |
10 | Italy | 301,336 km² | 295,717 km² | 0% |
11 | United Kingdom | 242,900 km² | 241,930 km² | 0% |
12 | Romania | 238,391 km² | 230,080 km² | 0% |
13 | Belarus | 207,600 km² | 202,980 km² | 0% |
14 | Greece | 131,990 km² | 128,900 km² | 0% |
15 | Bulgaria | 110,879 km² | 108,560 km² | 0% |
16 | Iceland | 103,000 km² | 100,830 km² | 0% |
17 | Hungary | 93,028 km² | 91,260 km² | 0% |
18 | Portugal | 92,090 km² | 91,605.6 km² | 0% |
19 | Serbia | 88,361 km² | 87,460 km² | 0% |
20 | Austria | 83,871 km² | 82,520 km² | 0% |
21 | Czech Republic | 78,865 km² | 77,198.5 km² | 0% |
22 | Ireland | 70,273 km² | 68,890 km² | 0% |
23 | Lithuania | 65,300 km² | 62,620 km² | 0% |
24 | Latvia | 64,559 km² | 62,230 km² | 0% |
25 | Croatia | 56,594 km² | 55,960 km² | 0% |
26 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 51,209 km² | 51,200 km² | 0% |
27 | Slovakia | 49,037 km² | 49,035 km² | 0% |
28 | Estonia | 45,227 km² | 42,750 km² | 0% |
29 | Denmark | 43,094 km² | 40,000 km² | 0% |
30 | Netherlands | 41,850 km² | 33,670 km² | 0% |
31 | Switzerland | 41,284 km² | 39,516 km² | 0% |
32 | Moldova | 33,846 km² | 32,884.6 km² | 0% |
33 | Belgium | 30,528 km² | 30,280 km² | 0% |
34 | Albania | 28,748 km² | 27,400 km² | 0% |
35 | Slovenia | 20,273 km² | 20,136.4 km² | 0% |
36 | Montenegro | 13,812 km² | 13,450 km² | 0% |
37 | Cyprus | 9,251 km² | 9,240 km² | 0% |
38 | Luxembourg | 2,586 km² | 2,574.5 km² | 0% |
39 | Faroe Islands | 1,393 km² | 1,366 km² | 0% |
40 | Isle of Man | 572 km² | 570 km² | 0% |
41 | Andorra | 468 km² | 470 km² | 0% |
42 | Malta | 316 km² | 320 km² | 0% |
43 | Liechtenstein | 160 km² | 160 km² | 0% |
44 | San Marino | 61 km² | 60 km² | 0% |
45 | Monaco | 2 km² | 2 km² | 0% |
Largest Countries in Europe
The ten largest countries in Europe, from largest to smallest, are Russia, Ukraine, France, Spain, Sweden, Germany, Finland, Norway, Poland, and Italy. Russia, the largest country in Europe and the world, ranks first, with a total area of 17,098,242 km². Ukraine ranks second largest country in Europe, with 603,500 km², followed by France with 551,695 km², Spain with 505,992 km², and Sweden with 450,295 km². Germany ranks sixth largest country in Europe, with a total area of 357,114 km², while Finland and Norway follow as the seventh and eighth largest countries in Europe, with 338,424 km² and 323,802 km², respectively. Poland ranks ninth largest European country, with 312,679 km², and Italy completes the top ten list for largest countries in Europe, with a total area of 301,336 km².
The ten biggest countries in Europe, ranked by land area size, are :
1. Russia – 17,098,242 km²
2. Ukraine – 603,500 km²
3. France – 551,695 km²
4. Spain – 505,992 km²
5. Sweden – 450,295 km²
6. Germany – 357,114 km²
7. Finland – 338,424 km²
8. Norway – 323,802 km²
9. Poland – 312,679 km²
10. Italy – 301,336 km²
Largest Country in Europe
Russia is not only the largest country in Europe but also in the world, spanning two continents and covering an area of 17,098,242 km². Its vast territory stretches from the Arctic Ocean in the north to the Black Sea in the south, and from the Baltic Sea in the west to the Pacific Ocean in the east. Due to its enormous size, Russia is home to a wide range of landscapes and climates, including forests, tundra, mountains, and steppes, making it one of the most diverse countries in the world. Russia’s large size and strategic location have also made it a key player in world politics and economics.
European Countries by Size
Albania
Total Area in km²
28,748 km²
Ranked in the World
#34
Land Area in km²
27,400 km²
Ranked in the World
#34
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#142
Andorra
Total Area in km²
468 km²
Ranked in the World
#41
Land Area in km²
470 km²
Ranked in the World
#41
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#185
Austria
Total Area in km²
83,871 km²
Ranked in the World
#20
Land Area in km²
82,520 km²
Ranked in the World
#20
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#114
With a total area of 83,871 km², Austria is the 20th biggest country in Europe, with a land area of 82,520 km². Austria is a landlocked country located in Central Europe and shares borders with several other countries, including Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein.
Belarus
Total Area in km²
207,600 km²
Ranked in the World
#13
Land Area in km²
202,980 km²
Ranked in the World
#13
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#85
Belarus is the 13th largest country in Europe, with a total area of 207,600 km², of which 202,980 km² is land area. Belarus is a landlocked country located in Eastern Europe, bordering Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia.
Belgium
Total Area in km²
30,528 km²
Ranked in the World
#33
Land Area in km²
30,280 km²
Ranked in the World
#33
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#138
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Total Area in km²
51,209 km²
Ranked in the World
#26
Land Area in km²
51,200 km²
Ranked in the World
#26
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#126
Bulgaria
Total Area in km²
110,879 km²
Ranked in the World
#15
Land Area in km²
108,560 km²
Ranked in the World
#15
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#104
With a total area of 110,879 km², Bulgaria is the 15th biggest country in Europe, with a land area of 108,560 km². Bulgaria is located in southeastern Europe and shares borders with Romania, Serbia, North Macedonia, Greece, and Turkey.
Croatia
Total Area in km²
56,594 km²
Ranked in the World
#25
Land Area in km²
55,960 km²
Ranked in the World
#25
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#125
Cyprus
Total Area in km²
9,251 km²
Ranked in the World
#37
Land Area in km²
9,240 km²
Ranked in the World
#37
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#163
Czech Republic
Total Area in km²
78,865 km²
Ranked in the World
#21
Land Area in km²
77,198.5 km²
Ranked in the World
#21
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#116
Denmark
Total Area in km²
43,094 km²
Ranked in the World
#29
Land Area in km²
40,000 km²
Ranked in the World
#29
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#131
Estonia
Total Area in km²
45,227 km²
Ranked in the World
#28
Land Area in km²
42,750 km²
Ranked in the World
#28
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#130
Faroe Islands
Total Area in km²
1,393 km²
Ranked in the World
#39
Land Area in km²
1,366 km²
Ranked in the World
#39
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#173
Finland
Total Area in km²
338,424 km²
Ranked in the World
#7
Land Area in km²
303,940 km²
Ranked in the World
#9
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#65
Finland is the seventh largest country in Europe, covering a total area of 338,424 square kilometers. Of this area, 303,940 square kilometers are land. Finland is located in Northern Europe and is known for its stunning natural landscapes, innovative technology, and strong social welfare system.
France
Total Area in km²
551,695 km²
Ranked in the World
#3
Land Area in km²
547,557 km²
Ranked in the World
#3
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#48
France comes in at number three on the list of largest European countries, with a total area of 551,695 square kilometers. Of this area, 547,557 square kilometers are land, while the remaining area is water. France is located in Western Europe and is famous for its culture, cuisine, and architecture.
Germany
Total Area in km²
357,114 km²
Ranked in the World
#6
Land Area in km²
349,390 km²
Ranked in the World
#7
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#62
Germany is the sixth biggest country in Europe, with a total area of 357,114 square kilometers. Of this area, 349,390 square kilometers are land. Germany is located in Central Europe and is known for its strong economy, rich history, and vibrant culture.
Greece
Total Area in km²
131,990 km²
Ranked in the World
#14
Land Area in km²
128,900 km²
Ranked in the World
#14
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#96
Greece is the 14th largest European country, with a total area of 131,990 km², of which 128,900 km² is land area. Greece is located in southeastern Europe and consists of a mainland and a large number of islands in the Aegean and Ionian seas.
Hungary
Total Area in km²
93,028 km²
Ranked in the World
#17
Land Area in km²
91,260 km²
Ranked in the World
#18
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#109
Hungary ranks as the 17th largest European country, with a total area of 93,028 km², of which 91,260 km² is land area. Hungary is a landlocked country located in Central Europe and shares borders with Slovakia, Ukraine, Romania, Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, and Austria.
Iceland
Total Area in km²
103,000 km²
Ranked in the World
#16
Land Area in km²
100,830 km²
Ranked in the World
#16
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#107
Iceland is the 16th largest country in Europe, with a total area of 103,000 km², of which 100,830 km² is land area. Iceland is a Nordic island country located in the North Atlantic, and it is the most sparsely populated country in Europe.
Ireland
Total Area in km²
70,273 km²
Ranked in the World
#22
Land Area in km²
68,890 km²
Ranked in the World
#22
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#119
Isle of Man
Total Area in km²
572 km²
Ranked in the World
#40
Land Area in km²
570 km²
Ranked in the World
#40
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#183
Italy
Total Area in km²
301,336 km²
Ranked in the World
#10
Land Area in km²
295,717 km²
Ranked in the World
#10
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#72
Italy rounds out the top ten largest countries in Europe, with a total area of 301,336 square kilometers. Of this area, 295,717 square kilometers are land. Italy is located in Southern Europe and is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient ruins, and rich cultural heritage.
Latvia
Total Area in km²
64,559 km²
Ranked in the World
#24
Land Area in km²
62,230 km²
Ranked in the World
#24
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#123
Liechtenstein
Total Area in km²
160 km²
Ranked in the World
#43
Land Area in km²
160 km²
Ranked in the World
#43
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#204
Lithuania
Total Area in km²
65,300 km²
Ranked in the World
#23
Land Area in km²
62,620 km²
Ranked in the World
#23
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#122
Luxembourg
Total Area in km²
2,586 km²
Ranked in the World
#38
Land Area in km²
2,574.5 km²
Ranked in the World
#38
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#170
Malta
Total Area in km²
316 km²
Ranked in the World
#42
Land Area in km²
320 km²
Ranked in the World
#42
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#196
Moldova
Total Area in km²
33,846 km²
Ranked in the World
#32
Land Area in km²
32,884.6 km²
Ranked in the World
#32
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#137
Monaco
Total Area in km²
2 km²
Ranked in the World
#45
Land Area in km²
2 km²
Ranked in the World
#45
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#214
Montenegro
Total Area in km²
13,812 km²
Ranked in the World
#36
Land Area in km²
13,450 km²
Ranked in the World
#36
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#157
Netherlands
Total Area in km²
41,850 km²
Ranked in the World
#30
Land Area in km²
33,670 km²
Ranked in the World
#31
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#132
Norway
Total Area in km²
323,802 km²
Ranked in the World
#8
Land Area in km²
364,285 km²
Ranked in the World
#6
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#68
Norway is the eighth biggest country in Europe, with a total area of 323,802 square kilometers. Of this area, 364,285 square kilometers are land. Norway is located in Northern Europe and is known for its fjords, mountains, and stunning natural beauty.
Poland
Total Area in km²
312,679 km²
Ranked in the World
#9
Land Area in km²
306,130 km²
Ranked in the World
#8
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#70
Poland is the ninth largest country in Europe, with a total area of 312,679 square kilometers. Of this area, 306,130 square kilometers are land. Poland is located in Central Europe and is known for its rich history, beautiful cities, and delicious cuisine.
Portugal
Total Area in km²
92,090 km²
Ranked in the World
#18
Land Area in km²
91,605.6 km²
Ranked in the World
#17
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#110
Portugal is the 18th largest country in Europe, with a total area of 92,090 km², of which 91,605.6 km² is land area. Portugal is located in southwestern Europe and shares its only land border with Spain.
Romania
Total Area in km²
238,391 km²
Ranked in the World
#12
Land Area in km²
230,080 km²
Ranked in the World
#12
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#82
Romania ranks as the 12th biggest country in Europe with a total area of 238,391 km², of which 230,080 km² is land area. Romania is located in southeastern Europe and shares borders with several other countries, including Ukraine, Hungary, Serbia, and Bulgaria.
Russia
Total Area in km²
17,098,242 km²
Ranked in the World
#1
Land Area in km²
16,376,870 km²
Ranked in the World
#1
Percentage of World Landmass
0.11%
Ranked in the World
#1
At the top of the list of largest European countries is Russia, which covers a whopping 17,098,242 km² in total area, making it the largest country not just in Europe but in the world as well. Of this area, 16,376,870 km² are land, with the remaining area being made up of water.
San Marino
Total Area in km²
61 km²
Ranked in the World
#44
Land Area in km²
60 km²
Ranked in the World
#44
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#207
Serbia
Total Area in km²
88,361 km²
Ranked in the World
#19
Land Area in km²
87,460 km²
Ranked in the World
#19
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#112
Serbia ranks as the 19th largest country in Europe, with a total area of 88,361 km², of which 87,460 km² is land area. Serbia is a landlocked country located in southeastern Europe, and it shares borders with several other countries, including Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Slovakia
Total Area in km²
49,037 km²
Ranked in the World
#27
Land Area in km²
49,035 km²
Ranked in the World
#27
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#128
Slovenia
Total Area in km²
20,273 km²
Ranked in the World
#35
Land Area in km²
20,136.4 km²
Ranked in the World
#35
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#151
Spain
Total Area in km²
505,992 km²
Ranked in the World
#4
Land Area in km²
499,556.6 km²
Ranked in the World
#4
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#51
Spain is the fourth biggest country in Europe, covering a total area of 505,992 square kilometers. Of this area, 499,556.6 square kilometers are land. Spain is located on the Iberian Peninsula and is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant cities, and rich history.
Sweden
Total Area in km²
450,295 km²
Ranked in the World
#5
Land Area in km²
407,283.5 km²
Ranked in the World
#5
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#55
Sweden is the fifth largest country in Europe, with a total area of 450,295 square kilometers. Of this area, 407,283.5 square kilometers are land. Sweden is located in Northern Europe and is known for its beautiful natural landscapes, progressive social policies, and innovative technology.
Switzerland
Total Area in km²
41,284 km²
Ranked in the World
#31
Land Area in km²
39,516 km²
Ranked in the World
#30
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#133
Ukraine
Total Area in km²
603,500 km²
Ranked in the World
#2
Land Area in km²
579,400 km²
Ranked in the World
#2
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#44
The second largest European country is Ukraine, which covers 603,500 square kilometers in total area, with 579,400 square kilometers of that being land. Ukraine is located in Eastern Europe and is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
United Kingdom
Total Area in km²
242,900 km²
Ranked in the World
#11
Land Area in km²
241,930 km²
Ranked in the World
#11
Percentage of World Landmass
0%
Ranked in the World
#79
With a total area of 242,900 km², the United Kingdom ranks as the 11th largest country in Europe. Its land area is slightly smaller at 241,930 km². The UK is made up of four constituent countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
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What is the largest country in Europe ?
The largest country in Europe is Russia, with a total land area of 17,098,242 km².
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