Geography
European Countries Quiz
From Iceland to Cyprus — how well do you know the countries of Europe?
From Iceland to Cyprus — how well do you know the countries of Europe?
Europe contains 44 internationally recognized countries packed into about 3.9 million square miles — making it the second-smallest continent by area but one of the most diverse. This quiz covers everything from EU membership and currencies to borders, languages, and geographic extremes across the continent.
Each round presents 10 randomized questions from a pool of 50, with four multiple-choice options and instant feedback after every answer. Your final score comes with a performance tier and shareable results.
You'll explore European microstates like Monaco and San Marino, test your knowledge of EU membership, and discover geographic surprises — like the fact that Istanbul straddles two continents and that Norway's coastline, if stretched out, would reach halfway around the world.
There are 44 internationally recognized countries in Europe, though the exact count varies depending on how you classify territories like Kosovo, and transcontinental countries like Turkey and Russia. The United Nations recognizes 44 sovereign states with territory in Europe.
Vatican City is the smallest country in Europe and the world, covering just 0.17 square miles (0.44 km²) with a population of around 800 people. It is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Italy, and serves as the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church.
Several European countries are not EU members, including Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, the United Kingdom (which left in 2020), Serbia, and others. Norway and Switzerland have repeatedly voted against joining in referendums despite being closely integrated with EU trade agreements.
Last updated: March 2026