Want to know more about the European capitals? Europe is home to some of the most classic capital cities in the world, and here’s a list of all capitals in Europe from A to Z.
European Capitals in Alphabetical order
Amsterdam
The Dutch capital is famous for its canals, art museums, and narrow houses with classic dutch architecture. Amsterdam is regarded as one of the most liberal capitals in Europe and the city has a population of 1.1 million people.
Amsterdam is also one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Another fun fact about the city is that there is statistically one bike per resident.
Country: Netherlands
Read more: Interesting facts about Netherlands
Andorra la Vella
The Capital of Andorra has a population of only 20 430 residents but is visited by more than 10 million tourists every year. There are several duty-free shops here and visitors can buy everything from tobacco and alcohol to perfumes and high-tech products at low prices.
Country: Andorra
Athens
Some regard Athens as the cradle of modern civilization, and while much has happened since ancient Greece, Athens continues to have an important position.
The history of the city goes back at least 3400 years and is one of the oldest major cities in the world. Currently, there are more than 3 million people living in the Athens metro area.
Country: Greece
Read more: Interesting facts about Greece
Baku
The capital of Azerbaijan is home to about 1.1 million people, and despite the fact that the country is rated as a poor country compared to other European countries, Baku is remarkably modern with some impressive skyscrapers and buildings.
The city also has a medieval walled old town and lots of other historical buildings.
Country: Azerbaijan
Belgrade
Another European capital that is quite underrated when it comes to tourism is Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. The city is home to 1.7 million people and is famous for its lively nightlife.
Country: Serbia
Berlin
Berlin is one of the major capitals in Europe with a population of 3.5 million people. The city is famous for attracting startups as well as hipsters who come here for the nightlife, artsy scenes, and to connect with other like-minded people.
It was also here that the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, which divided West- and East Germany since World War II.
Country: Germany
Read more: Interesting facts about Germany
Bern
Some people might think that Zurich is the capital of Switzerland, but it’s not. Bern is the Swiss capital with a population of 140 000 people, and it is famous for its old town along the river.
Country: Switzerland
Read more: Interesting facts about Switzerland
Bratislava
This is yet another underrated destination when it comes to tourism. Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia with a population of 427 000 people. The old town is filled with beautiful architecture, and one of the highlights is Michael’s Gate as seen in the picture below.
Bratislava also has lots of charming cafes and bars. The price level is low compared to other European capitals, and tourists will get a good value for their money here.
Country: Slovakia
Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and home to the headquarters of the European Union. It’s a beautiful city with a population of 2 million people. From here, you are well-connected by flights, trains, and buses to almost everywhere on the European continent.
Country: Belgium
Bucharest
The Romanian capital Bucharest has a population of about 2 million people. It’s especially famous for its tree-lined boulevards and Belle Epoque buildings.
Bucharest is often nicknamed the “little Paris” and it’s a lively metropolitan city.
Country: Romania
Budapest
Budapest is often cited as the Spa capital of the world because of its many geothermal baths and springs. The city has a population of 1.74 million people, and in recent years tourism has been booming here.
Tourists still get a good value for their money here, and you can stay at luxury hotels and eat out at restaurants for low prices compared to other major capitals in Europe.
Budapest is also a hub for transport across the continent, and the city is well-connected to many cities in the world by flights, and to Europe by trains and buses in addition to flights.
Country: Hungary
Read more: Interesting facts about Hungary
Chisinau
Chisinau has a population of 635 994 people and is the capital of Moldova. The city is also known as Kishinev
Country: Moldova
Copenhagen
The Danish capital is also the largest city in Denmark with a population of 1.3 million people. It’s a multi-cultural city with a long history where every neighborhood has its own story and characteristics.
Nyhavn is the most popular tourist area in Copenhagen and is known for its colorful houses and outdoor restaurants serving up Danish beer and Smørrebrød.
Country: Denmark
Read more: Interesting facts about Denmark
Dublin
Dublin has become a famous party capital, thanks to the lively area known as Temple Bar. The city is home to 1.2 million residents and has a large share of students.
It’s often cited as a small capital city with a big feel.
Country: Republic of Ireland
Photo: Lucian Milasan / Shutterstock.com
Helsinki
Helsinki is the capital of Finland and has a population of almost 1.3 million people, making it one of the largest cities in the Nordic region. It’s also regarded as one of the most liveable cities in the world, and the atmosphere here is very pleasant.
Country: Finland
Read more: Interesting facts about Finland
Kiev
Also known as Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine is home to more than 2.8 million residents. The city is especially famous for its ancient churches that can be found all over Kyiv.
Country: Ukraine
Lisbon
Lisbon has quickly emerged as one of the most liveable European capitals, and many foreigners are attracted by the good standard of living at a low cost compared to other cities in Europe.
Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and is home to a population of 500 000 people within the city’sadministrative limits and 2.8 million people in the total urban area.
Country: Portugal
Ljubljana
The Slovenian capital is one of my favorite cities in Europe. Ljubljana has a small-town feeling although it’s still a big city that is home to about 300 000 people. From here, you can easily reach other popular places in Slovenia, such as Lake Bled or the Slovenian Alps.
Country: Slovenia
London
London is the capital of the UK, and one of the most visited cities in the world. The city has a population of more than 8 million if you include all of Greater London.
It is famous for being home to the Queen as well as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, and the red double-deckers that have become a true icon of London.
Country: United Kingdom
Luxembourg city
Luxembourg city is home to just 119 214 people, and it’s one of the de facto capitals of the European Union. The city is home to a large number of expats and is also famous for being one of the richest cities on the planet.
Country: Luxembourg
Madrid
Madrid is one of the major European capitals with a population of 3.3 million, but the population of the Madrid metropolitan area is estimated to have 6.5 million residents.
Madrid is famous for its grand architecture, boulevards, and of course being home to the most successful football team in the world – Real Madrid.
Country: Spain
Read more: Interesting facts about Spain
Minsk
Minsk is the capital of Belarus and has a population of 1.7 million people. It’s a big city famous for its Soviet-style architecture.
Country: Belarus
Monaco
Monaco is a tiny principality and one of the smallest countries in the world with a population of just 40 000 people. However, it’s also one of the most densely populated places in the world due to the small size of Monaco.
There is no official capital of this principality, but Monte Carlo is the largest district even though the city-state of Monaco is divided into four areas.
Country: Monaco
Moscow
If you don’t include Istanbul as a European city, then Moscow will claim the title as the most populated city in Europe with more than 12 million people living in the Russian capital.
Moscow is famous for the Red Square, St Basil’s cathedral, Kreml, and having some of the most beautiful metro stations in the world.
Country: Russia
Read more: Interesting facts about Russia
Oslo
The Norwegian capital is beautifully located next to the sea, and while it has a modern feel to it, there is also a small-town feeling while strolling around the different neighborhoods of Oslo.
Oslo is home to about 1 million people, which also makes it one of the largest cities in Scandinavia.
Country: Norway
Read more: Interesting facts about Norway
Paris
Paris is often cited as one of the most romantic cities in the world, and it’s heavily featured in movies that display the atmosphere and many cafes that are scattered throughout the city.
Paris is also one of the largest European capitals with a population of 2.1 million people and an even larger metropolitan area. It is also here where you can admire the Eiffel tower as well as the Arc de Triomphe.
Country: France
Read more: Interesting facts about France
Podgorica
Podgorica is not one of the most visited among the European capitals, but it’s the economic and educational hub of Montenegro as well as its capital.
When the country was a part of Yugoslavia, the city was known as Titograd. Historically it has also been at the crossroad of important trade routes thanks to its central location in Montenegro.
Country: Montenegro
Prague
One of the most impressive historical capitals in Europe. Prague has a population of 1.3 million people and is known for its beautiful architecture, cheap beer, lovely restaurants, and lively nightlife.
Charles Bridge, the Dancing House, and the Prague Castle are just some of the most popular places to visit in Prague.
Country: Czech Republic
Pristina
While Kosovo isn’t technically approved as a sovereign country by all countries in the world, the majority sees it as an independent country, including Sweden which announced its approval years back, so I will still list Pristina as a European capital.
Pristina is home to more than 200 000 people.
Country: Kosovo
Reykjavik
Most of Iceland’s population lives in the capital Reykjavik. It’s a lively little city with lots of restaurants, bars, and shops despite its relatively small size. It’s also the major hub for tourism in the country, from where many tours in Iceland have their starting point.
Country: Iceland
Read more: Interesting facts about Iceland
Riga
Riga is the capital of Latvia and has a population of more than 640 000 people. It was announced as one of the European Capitals of Culture in 2014, and it’s famous for its art nouveau architecture as well as spa facilities.
Riga is truly a beautiful city, and the old town is lovely to stroll around.
Country: Latvia
Rome
Rome is nicknamed the eternal city, and while the Roman Empire fell apart, Rome continued to exist. Today, the city has a population of more than 4.3 million people.
Rome is one of the most visited capitals in Europe and the city is home to many historical places, beautiful squares, and impressive architecture.
Country: Italy
Read more: Interesting facts about Italy
San Marino
San Marino is a microstate that is considered as one of the oldest republics in the world. It has a rich population, which is completely surrounded by Italy and the Appalachian mountains.
San Marino city has a population of just 4000 people.
Country: San Marino
Sarajevo
Yet another European capital that deserves more attention from international tourists. Mostar is the most visited city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, but Sarajevo, which is the capital is also worth a visit.
It tells a lot of history, and in recent times it has started to develop even though it keeps its charm and atmosphere.
Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Skopje
Skopje is the capital of North Macedonia, which recently changed its name from the Republic of Macedonia. The city has a population of about 500 000 people.
Skopje is located at the bank of the Vardar River, and the city is full of history.
Country: North Macedonia
Sofia
Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria and is home to about 1.2 million residents. The city has one of the lowest costs of living compared to other capitals in Europe.
Country: Bulgaria
Stockholm
The Swedish capital is home to more than 1 million people and has long been an attractive city to live in. Stockholm is the economic center in Sweden, and the city is sometimes referred to as the Venice of the North, thanks to the city canals.
The Stockholm Archipelago is also one of the most famous places to visit in Sweden.
Country: Sweden
Read more: Interesting facts about Sweden
Tallinn
Tallinn is the capital of Estonia and has a population of 434 000 people. The city is famous for its spa facilities and the historic old town, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Country: Estonia
Tbilisi
Tbilisi is one of the lesser-known European Capitals that definitely deserve more attention. The Georgian capital is beautifully situated along the Kura River. The city has a population of 1.5 million people and was founded already in the 5th century.
Country: Georgia
Tirana
While the south of Albania is attracting more and more tourists every year, the Albanian capital Tirana remains a hidden gem. The city is still developing, but it has become famous for its lively nightlife and low costs of living.
Country: Albania
Read more: Interesting facts about Albania
Vaduz
Vaduz is one of the smallest capitals in Europe with a population of just 5 500 people. It’s the capital of Liechtenstein, which is a German-speaking principality, situated between Switzerland and Austria.
Country: Liechtenstein
Valletta
The walled city of Valletta was founded in the 16th century by the Knights of St. John. Today, it has a population of 440 000 people, which makes it one of the most densely populated cities in the world (7th) since the population share an area of just 122 square miles.
Valletta has kept its old charm and it was featured as one of the European capitals of Culture in 2018.
Country: Malta
Vatican city
The Vatican city is home to one of the most influential people on the planet, the Pope. It is also here where you can visit St. Peter’s Basilica, which is one of the most impressive churches in the world.
The Vatican only has 1000 residents and is, therefore, the least populated country in the world.
Country: The Vatican
Vienna
The Austrian capital is known for its Opera house as well as beautiful palaces. Vienna is definitely one of the most beautiful capitals in Europe, and you can notice the remains of the Austro-Hungarian empire.
Vienna has a population of 1.8 million people.
Country: Austria
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital city of Lithuania and has a population of 723 000 people. The old town of Vilnius is declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and in 2009, the city served as a European Capital of Culture.
Country: Lithuania
Warsaw
The Polish capital is one of my favorite cities in Europe, and it has a great mix of modern and historical. There is some impressive architecture as well as artsy metro stations, and overall, you just get a good value for your money here.
Warsaw is one of the European capitals that has the lowest cost of living.
Country: Poland
Read more: Interesting facts about Poland
Zagreb
Last but not least of the European capitals, Zagreb, which is the capital city in Croatia with a population of 800 000 people. The city is famous for its Christmas market, St Mark’s church, and being home to one of the best Croatian football teams – Dinamo Zagreb.
Country: Croatia
Read more: Interesting facts about Croatia
Capitals in Europe listed by country from A to Z
Below, you can see all capital cities in Europe alphabetically listed by country from A to Z. In the left column, you’ll see the country, and in the right column, you can see that country’s capital city.
| Country | Capital city |
| A | |
| Albania | Tirana |
| Andorra | Andorra la Vella |
| Armenia* | Yerevan |
| Austria | Vienna |
| Azerbaijan | Baku |
| B | |
| Belarus | Minsk |
| Belgium | Brussels |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Sarajevo |
| Bulgaria | Sofia |
| C | |
| Croatia | Zagreb |
| Cyprus* | Nicosia |
| Czech Republic | Prague |
| D | |
| Denmark | Copenhagen |
| E | |
| Estonia | Tallinn |
| F | |
| Finland | Helsinki |
| France | Paris |
| G | |
| Georgia* | Tbilisi |
| Germany | Berlin |
| Greece | Athens |
| H | |
| Hungary | Budapest |
| I | |
| Iceland | Reykjavik |
| Ireland | Dublin |
| Italy | Rome |
| K | |
| Kosovo | Pristina |
| L | |
| Latvia | Riga |
| Liechtenstein | Vaduz |
| Lithuania | Vilnius |
| Luxembourg | Luxembourg |
| M | |
| Malta | Valletta |
| Moldova | Chisinau |
| Monaco | Monaco |
| Montenegro | Podgorica |
| N | |
| Netherlands | Amsterdam |
| North Macedonia | Skopje |
| Norway | Oslo |
| P | |
| Poland | Warsaw |
| Portugal | Lisbon |
| R | |
| Romania | Bucharest |
| Russia | Moscow |
| S | |
| San Marino | San Marino |
| Serbia | Belgrade |
| Slovakia | Bratislava |
| Slovenia | Ljubljana |
| Spain | Madrid |
| Sweden | Stockholm |
| Switzerland | Bern |
| T | |
| U | |
| Ukraine | Kiev (Kyiv) |
| United Kingdom | London |
| V | |
| Vatican | Vatican city |
* Geographically located in Asia, but often referred to as “European”. Cyprus is also part of the EU, whereas Armenia and Georgia are members of EU’s Eastern Partnership.
Other European capitals in non-sovereign states
- Belfast (Northern Ireland)
- Cardiff (Wales)
- Edinburgh (Scotland)
- Gibraltar (British overseas territory)
- Nuuk (Greenland)
- Torshavn (Faroe Islands)
More information about the capitals of Europe
In total, there are 52 European capital cities, but only 45 of them are capital cities of sovereign states. The most populated capital in Europe is Moscow.
The smallest of all European capitals is the Vatican city, which is also the capital of the smallest country in the world.
How many European capitals did you know before reading this list? Leave a comment below!
FAQs
How many EU capitals are there? ›
The following are the 47 European capitals, ranked from worst to first. * Due to size and unreliable datasets, Andorra, Liechtenstein, Monaco, San Marino and Vatican City were left off this list.
What are all the capital of Europe? ›List of the capital cities of the European Union and other countries of Europe. In Europe, you will find some famous capitals like Amsterdam, Berlin, Madrid, Rome, London, Paris, Prague, Stockholm, and Vienna, to name only some.
What are the 8 capitals of Europe? ›As the seat of the EU, Brussels is known as the “capital of Europe,” and its significance as a centre of international governance and business makes Brussels a true global city—a status shared with such metropolises as New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo.
What is the old capital of Europe? ›Athens, Greece
It's widely agreed that Greece's capital – and largest city – Athens has been a functioning settlement for 5,000 years, making it Europe's oldest capital city.
According to the data from 2020 by Eurostat, the Functional Urban Area and metropolitan region covered the whole island and has a population of 480,134. Valletta is the southernmost capital of Europe, and at just 0.61 square kilometres (0.24 sq mi), it is the European Union's smallest capital city.
What is the safest capital city in Europe? ›1. San Sebastian, Spain. San Sebastian is in the North of Spain, and it's the safest city in Europe. The crime rate in this city is extremely low, and even the crimes that occur are non-violent.
Which is the biggest capital in Europe? ›...
EUROPE LARGEST CITIES.
| City | Moscow |
|---|---|
| Urban aggl. | 17,332,000 |
| Population | 13,010,000 |
| Urban area | 6,154 Km² |
| Country | Russia |
| Baku Bakı | |
|---|---|
| Elevation | −28 m (−92 ft) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Capital city | 2,293,100 |
| • Urban | 3,125,000 |
Recognised as the capital in 1955, Cardiff is Europe's youngest capital city. Together Wales, England and Scotland form Great Britain – an island lying off the north-western coast of mainland Europe and to the east of Ireland.
Are there 52 countries in Europe? ›Europe consists of 52 countries with a total land area of ten million km² (four million square miles), representing 7% of the Earth's habitable surface. Europe's coastlines have a combined length of 112,483 km (69,909 miles).
What is considered the most beautiful city in Europe? ›
1. Paris, France. Paris is often considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It may seem cliché, but Paris will always be the most beautiful city in Europe to us.
What is the 2nd oldest city in Europe? ›Athens, Greece - 3000 BCE
Athens is the second oldest city in Europe, dating back to about 3000 BC.
With its cultural and historical heritage dating back 8000 years, Plovdiv is considered to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe and one of the oldest in the world. It is located at the foot of seven syenite hills and still is one of the best Bulgarian cities to live in.
Which city is older London or Paris? ›Both used to be part of the Roman Empire. Paris is older than London. A Gallic tribe known as the Parisii established what would later be called Paris around 250 BC, while the Romans established London in 50 AD.
What is the newest capital in Europe? ›As of 1 January 2022, three cities in Europe - Esch-sur-Alzette (Luxembourg), Kaunas (Lithuania) and Novi Sad (Serbia) - will hold the title of European Capital of Culture for one year.
Where does it rain the most in Europe? ›One European city far outperforms the rest for the amount precipitation it receives. In Podgorica, Montenegro 1661 millimetres (65.4 inches) of water lands in an average year. That's 293 mm (11.5 inches) more than the next wettest major city, Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Is Paris bigger than Madrid? ›Paris, France: 12 million. Ruhr Area, Germany: 11.1 million. Madrid, Spain: 6.4 million.
What European city has the most crime? ›According to the list, the most dangerous city in Europe is Bradford in West Yorkshire, which has a crime index value of a whopping 71.24.
What city has lowest crime rate in Europe? ›Basel. In addition to being a vibrant and culturally exciting city with internationally renowned major events, Basel's residents enjoy a beautiful city, a high quality of life and the lowest crime rate in Europe.
What is the most populated city in Europe 2022? ›In Europe, Istanbul is the most populous, with more than 14.5 million residents. Discover below the top 20 most populated cities in the world in 2022, in comparison to 2021, and check the full list of results.
What are the 3 most populated cities in Europe? ›
| City | Official population | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Istanbul | 15,840,900 |
| 2 | Moscow | 12,632,409 |
| 3 | London | 9,002,488 |
| 4 | Saint Petersburg | 5,376,672 |
- London – 11,120,000.
- Manchester – 2,747,000.
- Birmingham-Wolverhampton – 2,624,000.
- Leeds-Bradford – 1,903,000.
- Glasgow – 1,264,000.
- Southampton-Portsmouth – 932,000.
- Liverpool – 910,000.
- Newcastle – 820,000.
...
The African Diaspora in Europe.
| Continent / Country | Country population | Afro-descendants |
|---|---|---|
| Europe | 590,856,462.00 | 2.40% |
| France | 62,752,136 | 8.0% (inc. French Guiana & other territories) |
Currently, there are over 800 cities with more than 50,000 inhabitants in the European Union. The majority of these, almost 700, are small and medium-sized cities (between 50,000 and 250,000 inhabitants).
What is the oldest capital city in the world? ›Damascus. Today the Syrian capital is often touted as the world's oldest inhabited city (with radio carbon dating suggesting some occupation as early as 8000 to 10000 B.C), but several other cities, including Jericho in the West Bank and Byblos in Lebanon, could challenge for that title.
What is the youngest city on earth? ›Nursultan, Kazakhstan
The city was built by President Nursultan Nazarbayev, who reigned from 1991, when the nation gained independence, until earlier this year.
In total, there are 45 countries in Europe today.
How many countries are there in Europe in 2022? ›The European Union has 28 member countries. Click on each country to view current estimates (live population clock), historical data, and projected figures. Fert.
What are the 28 countries in the EU? ›The EU countries are: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.
Which country is not in Europe? ›
| Austria | Italy |
|---|---|
| Bulgaria | Lithuania |
| Croatia | Luxembourg |
| Cyprus | Malta |
| Czechia | The Netherlands |
Russia is the largest country in Europe, and also the largest in the world, its total size amounting to 17 million square kilometers (km2).
What is the smallest country in Europe by population? ›The least populous country in Europe is Vatican City with just over 800 residents. It's also the smallest internationally recognized independent state in the world, both in area and population.
What is the most fun city in Europe? ›taking the crown as the most fun city in Europe is London, which ranked in the number 1 spot on our European Fun Index with a score of 104. Followed by: Paris. Rome.
Which city is the bride of Europe? ›| City | Nickname |
|---|---|
| The Hague, Netherlands | City of Peace and Justice |
| Venice, Italy | Bride of the Sea, Queen of the Adriatic, City of Water, City of Masks, City of Bridges, The Floating City, City of Canals |
| Vienna, Austria | City of Dreams, City of Music, City of Love, The Imperial City |
3. Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The remains of a Neolithic settlement at Plovdiv suggest a history spanning 6,000 years for a city dominated by the Thracians, then the Macedonian Greeks, and then the Romans, who built it up into a significant conurbation.
What is the oldest place on Earth? ›Dating to around 3.6 billion years ago, the Pilbara region of Western Australia is home to the fossilised evidence of the Earth's oldest lifeforms.
What is the oldest city that still exists? ›Jericho, West Bank
Jericho, a city in the Palestine territories, is a strong contender for the oldest continuous settlement in the world: it dates back to around 9,000 B.C., according to Ancient History Encyclopedia.
London is older than Dublin. Lisbon is ~3200 years old.
Which city is older than Rome? ›Yerevan was built in 782 BC, and Rome's foundation dates back at around 750 BC. Thus, Yerevan is older than Rome for about 30 years.
Which is the oldest country in Europe? ›
Even though there is some debate surrounding the oldest country in Europe, Bulgaria is generally accepted as the oldest country in Europe. In particular, it is the only country that has not changed its name since it was first established.
What was England called before it was called England? ›Kingdom of England
Originally, England (or Angleland) was a geographical term to describe the territory of Britain which was occupied by the Anglo-Saxons, rather than a name of an individual nation state.
The Paris population and area (105 square kilometers) are miniscule in comparison to Greater London's 7.3 million people and 1,590 square kilometers; New York City's 8 million people and 826 square kilometers; and Central Tokyo's 8.1 million people and 616 square kilometers.
Which is bigger Paris or London? ›London covers an area of 600 square miles, while Paris is squeezed into 40 square miles. However, what the French consider Paris, foreigners theink of as central Paris. Paris intra-muros is effectively the 'old town' of a typical European city writ large.
Why is Brussels the capital of Europe? ›The main rationale for Brussels being chosen as "capital the European Union" was its halfway location between France and Germany, the two countries whose rivalry led to the two World Wars and whose reconciliation paved the way for European integration.
Are there 52 countries in Europe? ›Europe consists of 52 countries with a total land area of ten million km² (four million square miles), representing 7% of the Earth's habitable surface. Europe's coastlines have a combined length of 112,483 km (69,909 miles).
What is the highest European capital city? ›The city claims to be the highest capital in Europe, sitting on a 635 m high plateau, but unlike the cold, grey, granite metropolises of the northern lands, Madrid is soulfully Iberian.
Does Europe have 49 countries? ›In total, there are 45 countries in Europe today.
How many countries are there in Europe in 2022? ›The European Union has 28 member countries. Click on each country to view current estimates (live population clock), historical data, and projected figures. Fert.
What are the 28 countries in the EU? ›The EU countries are: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.
What is capital of NATO? ›
NATO inaugurated its new permanent Headquarters on 25 May 2017, at a special meeting in Brussels. The new Headquarters is located opposite the 1967 site, on the former Haren airfield.
What is the capital city of world? ›But only Washington has a serious claim to be the capital of the whole wide world. It certainly looks the part.
Where is the NATO headquarters? ›NATO Headquarters is the political and administrative centre of the Alliance. It is located at Boulevard Leopold III in Brussels, Belgium.
Which country is not in Europe? ›| Austria | Italy |
|---|---|
| Bulgaria | Lithuania |
| Croatia | Luxembourg |
| Cyprus | Malta |
| Czechia | The Netherlands |
Russia is the largest country in Europe, and also the largest in the world, its total size amounting to 17 million square kilometers (km2).
What is the smallest country in Europe by population? ›The least populous country in Europe is Vatican City with just over 800 residents. It's also the smallest internationally recognized independent state in the world, both in area and population.