Landlocked Countries In Europe (2024)

Europe is located on the northwestern edge of Eurasia, although Europe itself is often considered a separate continent. It has coastlines along several seas, including the Atlantic Ocean, Black Sea, Mediterranean Sea, and the Caspian Sea. Europe is politically divided into 50 autonomous countries, as well as five that are under territorial dispute. Of these countries, 14 are landlocked. This article highlights the landlocked countries of Europe.

Andorra, 468 Km²

Andorra is located in the Pyrenees mountains, south of France and north of Catalonia. The country covers a total area of 468 km², giving it a microstate status, has a population size of 77,281 individuals, and its capital is Andorra la Vella. The landscape of Andorra is covered in rugged mountainous terrain, making it a popular ski destination in Europe.

Austria, 83,871 Km²

Austria is located in Central Europe and shares borders with Germany, Italy, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Liechtenstein, Slovenia, and Hungary. The country covers a total area of 83,871 km², has a population size of 8.8 million, and its capital is Vienna. Its landscape is primarily covered by the Alps mountains.

Belarus, 207,600 Km²

Belarus is located in Eastern Europe and shares borders with Poland, Russia, Lithuania, Ukraine, and Latvia. The country covers a total area of 207,600 km², has a population size of over 9.4 million, and its capital is Minsk. Belarus is home to approximately 11,000 lakes and several rivers, including the Neman, which empties into the Baltic Sea.

Czech Republic, 78,867 Km²

The Czech Republic is located in Central Europe and shares borders with Austria, Poland, Germany, and Slovakia. The country covers an area of 78,867 km², has a population size of just over 10.6 million, and its capital is Prague. The Czech Republic is covered in mountains, river valleys, hills, and rivers.

Hungary, 93,028 Km²

Hungary is located in Central Europe and shares borders with Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine, Croatia, Romania, Austria, and Serbia. The country covers a total area of 93,028 km², has a population size of more than 9.7 million individuals, and its capital is Budapest. The Danube and Tisza rivers separate Hungary into distinct regions, all of which are inside of the Danube drainage basin.

Liechtenstein, 160 Km²

Liechtenstein is located in Central Europe, where it shares borders with Switzerland and Austria. Since Austria is also a landlocked country, Liechtenstein can be categorized as a doubly landlocked nation. The country covers a total area of 160 km², giving it microstate status; its population size is approximately 38,000, and its capital is Vaduz.

Luxembourg, 2,586 Km²

Luxembourg is located in the western region of Europe, where it shares borders with Germany, France, and Belgium. Its capital city is Luxembourg City, which is one of the official capitals of the European Union. The country covers a total area of 2,586 km² and has a population size of about 619,900 individuals. Luxembourg is classified by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as the second-richest country in the world, based on gross domestic product per capita.

Moldova, 33,851 Km²

Moldova is located in Eastern Europe and shares borders with Ukraine and Romania. The country has a total area size of 33,851 km², has a population size of 2.6 million, and its capital is Chisinau. Several rivers run through the landscape of Moldova, which is characterized by rolling terrain and a lack of extreme altitudes.

North Macedonia, 25,713 Km²

The Republic of North Macedonia is located in Southeastern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula and shares borders with Serbia, Greece, Albania, and Bulgaria. The country covers a total area of 25,713 km² has a population size of approximately 2,083,460 individuals, and its capital is Skopje. The border regions of Macedonia are characterized by mountainous terrain. At its center, however, is the valley of the Vardar river. It is also home to one of the oldest lakes in the world: Lake Ohrid.

San Marino, 61 Km²

San Marino sits completely within the borders of Italy. The country covers a total area of 61 km², giving it the status of a microstate; it has a population size of around 33,860 individuals, and its capital is the City of San Marino. San Marino's economy previously relied solely on stone extraction but is now also supported by tourism and postal stamp sales.

Serbia, 77,474 Km²

Serbia is located in Southeast Europe on the edge with Central Europe and shares borders with Albania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Romania, Hungary, Montenegro, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Within the border of Serbia is the disputed territory of Kosovo, which is recognized as an independent nation by some but not others, including Serbia itself. The country covers a total area of 77,474 km², has a population of 6,944,980, and its capital is Belgrade.

Slovakia, 49,035 Km²

Slovakia is located in Central Europe and shares borders with Hungary, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Ukraine. The country covers a total area of 49,035 km², has a population size of over 5.45 million individuals, and its capital is Bratislava. Most of Slovakia is covered by the Carpathian Mountains and forest habitats.

Switzerland, 41,277 Km²

Switzerland is located in Central Europe and shares borders with Germany, Austria, France, Liechtenstein, and Italy. Its acting capital is the city of Berne. The country covers a total area of 41,277 km² and has a population size of around 8.5 million. Switzerland is covered by the Alps mountains and is home to at least 48 mountain peaks with a height of more than 13,000 feet above sea level.

Vatican City, 0.44 Km²

The Vatican City, is an autonomous city-state located within the Italian city of Rome. This city-state covers a total area of just 0.44 km² and has a population size of only about 825 individuals. Vatican City is the administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church and is home to the Pope, its highest authority. Given the Vatican's religious importance, it receives a large number of tourists every year.