what's inside: europe

Europe is made up of two major areas -- the European continent and Scandinavia to its north, with the Baltic Sea between them. Explore the geography of Europe in this section.

Northern Europe

Northern Europe

The geography of Northern Europe is incredibly diverse, including mountainous landscapes, rolling hills and highlands, forested countryside and even the Mediterranean coast. See more »

Southern Europe

Southern Europe

Southern Europe is comprised of 20 countries including France and Austria, as well as many other smaller countries located primarily on Iberian, Italian and Balkan peninsulas. See more »

Physical Features

Physical Features

Some of the most famous landmarks and physical features in the world are in Europe. Learn about Stonehenge, the Carpathian Mountains and many more European landmarks. See more »

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