Largest countries in europe by population

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Only Ukraine is on the list of the world's top 50 fastest-growing nations.

Russia will remain the most populous country on the continent until 2100. Russia2.

Despite being substantially smaller than the Asian continent, there are 50 independent states within Europe's boundaries, compared to Asia's 48. Poland - 312,679 km2

Poland covers 312,679 square kilometers, making it the ninth-largest European country.

Italy

Italy, a European country synonymous with rich history, exquisite cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes, has a population of 59,209,061. Italy was also the birthplace of the Renaissance, with many monuments and art from that era still attracting a significant number of tourists.

b: Includes Crimea (26,945 km2) and other territory annexed by Russia but internationally recognized as part of Ukraine.

Ukraine - 603,549 km2

Ukraine is the second-largest country in Europe, encompassing a massive 603,549 square kilometers. France

Renowned for its iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Palace of Versailles, France is the fourth most populous European country. A significant chunk of Ukraine's economy is tied to its agricultural sector, making it one of the largest exporters of grain products globally, earning it the nickname "the world's breadbasket."

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A few notable countries that share land from both continents include Russia and Turkey. These are the ten largest countries in Europe, ranked by the total area of their territories in the European contitnet.

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Unbeknownst to many, Norway boasts the second-largest coastline in the world, stretching 58,133 kilometers.

Russia is the only European country with a total number of humans above 100 million.

5. These 28 countries/territories account for two-thirds of the Europe population. Finland - 336,884 km2

Finland, also known as the "Land of a Thousand Lakes," thanks to its more than 188,000 lakes, is a fascinating country with unique geographical features.

largest countries in europe by population

Total area including these is 302,068 km2. Total area is 633,109 km2 when including Overseas departments (89,168 km2).