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Here you will find Quiz questions about map Europe for those who want to test both orientation and general knowledge in a fun way. The questions are made for casual players who like free quiz questions and answers and want to be able to play directly as an online quiz, without any hassle. You get two sets with a slightly tougher mix: borders, oceans, peninsulas, microstate locations, regions and more unusual geographical features often seen on maps. The aim is to make you think beyond capitals and flags, but still be able to reason your way through if you know your way around Europe's geography. Perfect for a quick break, to challenge a friend, or to brush up on map skills for travelling and studying. Each question has a short answer and a short explanation.
The map tells the story
A map of Europe is not just a collection of lines and names; it is a living historical document. The borders we see today are the result of centuries of wars, peace, the rise and fall of empires, and political agreements. A river like the Danube has served as a lifeline for trade but also as a dividing line between cultures. Mountain ranges such as the Alps and the Pyrenees have protected empires and created unique, isolated regions. To understand the map is to understand the geographical conditions that have shaped Europe's complex and fascinating history, from the Roman Empire to today. Each quiz question thus becomes a little lesson in both geography and history.
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Round 1
Which country on the map has a coastline facing both the Atlantic and the Mediterranean?
Answer: Spain
The country is located on the Iberian Peninsula and has a west coast facing the Atlantic Ocean and south and east coasts facing the Mediterranean Sea. As a result, the same state appears on two major sea areas on the map of Europe.
What narrow band of land on the map separates an inland sea from the North Sea?
Answer: Denmark
It controls the straits between Jutland and Scandinavia that link the Baltic Sea to the North Sea. Maps show it as a key passage for shipping between two seas.
Which mountain range often forms the border on the map between the Iberian Peninsula and the rest of the continent?
Answer: Pyrenees
The mountains run between the Bay of Biscay and the Mediterranean Sea and act as a clear barrier. They are often marked on maps as a natural border zone between two states.
Which river flows into a delta on the Black Sea and passes several capitals on its way?
Answer: Danube
The river flows from Central Europe to the Black Sea and passes through several countries. It is known to pass through large cities and form a vast delta on the coast.
Which country is the only state that completely surrounds another state on the map?
Answer: Italy
A microstate is completely enclosed within its borders. It is unique in Europe in having another sovereign state completely surrounded by its territory.
Which microstate is located between Spain and France in a mountain pass area?
Answer: Andorra
The state is located in a valley and mountainous area in the Pyrenees. On the map, it appears as a small entity sandwiched between two larger neighbouring countries.
Which sea is located between Italy and the Balkan Peninsula on the map?
Answer: Adriatic Sea
It stretches along the east coast of Italy and the western Balkans and appears on maps as a narrow body of water separating two large peninsulas.
Which European capital is closest to the equator among EU countries on the map?
Answer: Valletta
The city is located on an archipelago in the far south of the Mediterranean. On the map of Europe, it is clearly lower in latitude than other EU capitals.
Which country on the map has a coastline on both the North Sea and the Baltic Sea?
Answer: Germany
The state has a northern coastline with access to two different sea basins. On maps, this is visible through coastal areas both to the west and to the east at the northern border.
Which is the largest island in the Mediterranean on the map?
Answer: Sicily
It lies just south of a larger peninsula and is often clearly marked by its triangular shape. Its size means it dominates the Mediterranean archipelago on maps.
Which strait connects the Black Sea to Lake Marmara on the map?
Answer: Bosphorus
It is a narrow water passage at a large city located on two continents. On maps, it is a strategic link between two sea basins.
Which country on the map has no coastline and no border with Germany?
Answer: Switzerland
The state is landlocked and borders several countries, but not the large state north of the Alps. On the map it appears as an Alpine nation without sea contact.
Which country is furthest east in the EU Member States on the map?
Answer: Finland
The country's eastern border extends further east than other EU countries. This is shown on the map by a long border line with a large neighbour to the east.
Which peninsula is dominated by Norway and Sweden on the map?
Answer: Scandinavian Peninsula
The large landmass of northern Europe extends far towards the Arctic. On maps, it appears as a distinct peninsula with a long coastline and mountains to the west.
Which sea is between Sweden and Finland on the map?
Answer: Gulf of Bothnia
It is the northernmost part of the Baltic Sea, stretching far up between two countries. On maps, it appears as a long narrow bay with several archipelagos.
Which country on the map has the longest Atlantic coastline in Europe?
Answer: Norway
The deeply indented coastline with fjords provides a very long shoreline. This is shown on maps by the many inlets and islands along the western side.
Which European country on the map has two separate territories separated by Lithuania?
Answer: Russia
A western enclave is located on the Baltic Sea and is separated from the main territory by other states. On maps, this is visible as a separate area between two EU countries.
Which major river forms part of the border between Poland and Germany on the map?
Answer: Or.
The watercourse follows a northerly direction towards the Baltic Sea and is used as a border on several stretches. On maps, it is often marked as a clear line between two countries.
Which country on the map has both a part in the Balkans and a part in Anatolia?
Answer: Turkey
The state spans two continents and is separated by straits and seas. Maps show a smaller European part to the west of a larger Asian landmass.
Which country lies between Croatia and Serbia and has a narrow strip of coastline on the Adriatic Sea?
Answer: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Located in the Western Balkans, the state is mostly inland, with a short stretch of coastline. On maps, it is shown as almost completely surrounded by neighbours with only a small opening to the sea.
Which mountain range often marks the border between France and Italy on the map?
Answer: The Alps
Mountains form an arc through Central Europe and act as a natural barrier. On maps, they appear as high mountain ranges that affect border demarcation and crossings.
Which European state is located on an island and shares only a land border with the UK?
Answer: Ireland
The country occupies most of an island in the North Atlantic Ocean and has a single land border in the north-east. On maps, it appears as a green island to the west of the main island.
Which inland sea on the map is north of Turkey and south of Ukraine?
Answer: Black Sea
It is surrounded by several countries and connected to the Mediterranean Sea via narrow passages. On maps, it appears as a large oval body of water east of the Balkans.
Which map detail shows the main part of the country and a separate enclave near France?
Answer: Spain
The country has a small enclave on the French side of the Pyrenees. On maps, this is marked as a separate area that nevertheless belongs to the same state.
Which river flows through Budapest and continues south-eastwards on the map?
Answer: Danube
The river crosses Central Europe and passes through several countries in a long arc. On maps, it is clearly visible through large cities before reaching the Black Sea basin.
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Round 2
Which country on the map is directly south of Estonia and north of Lithuania?
Answer: Latvia
It is the most central of the three Baltic States on the eastern side of the Baltic Sea. On maps, its location is clearly visible in a north-south chain of three countries.
Which mountain range forms an arc through Slovakia and is central to the map image of the region?
Answer: Carpathians
Mountains stretch in a large arc across east-central Europe, influencing borders and climate. On maps, they are marked as a contiguous mountainous area close to several countries.
Which sea is located between Greece and the west coast of Turkey on the map?
Answer: Aegean Sea
It is made up of many islands and narrow passages between two coasts. On maps, the area is recognised by its fragmented islands and zigzagging coastline.
Which European capital is located on the river that flows into the Tagus estuary?
Answer: Lisbon
The city is located near a wide estuary facing the Atlantic Ocean on the Iberian Peninsula. Maps show it as a coastal capital with a large natural harbour.
Which country on the map has a coastal strip on the Caspian Sea but is often counted as part of Europe?
Answer: Azerbaijan
The state is located in the Caucasus region and has a coastline on a large inland sea. Maps show it to the east of Armenia and to the south of a large state in the North Caucasus.
Which country on the map has the most neighbouring countries in Europe?
Answer: Russia
The state borders many countries from the North Calotte to the Caucasus and the Baltic Sea region. Maps show a very long western border zone with several different states.
Which microstate on the map is located on the Mediterranean Sea near the French Riviera?
Answer: Monaco
It is sandwiched on the coast and almost completely surrounded by a larger neighbouring country. On maps, it appears as a very small point on a densely populated coastline.
Which river flows into the North Sea and passes through the Netherlands after flowing from the Alps?
Answer: Rhine
The river is one of the most important transport routes in Western Europe and crosses several countries. On maps, its delta area is clearly visible as a network of water arms.
What strait separates the UK from France on the map?
Answer: English Channel
It is a body of water that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the North Sea and forms a clear barrier. On maps, it appears as the distance between southern England and northern France.
Which country on the map has a double-named region with two main languages, often marked in the north?
Answer: Belgium
The state has a clear linguistic division between Dutch and French areas. Maps and fact boxes often emphasise the regions that influence policy and administration.
Which country on the map is located entirely on the Iberian Peninsula but has no Mediterranean coastline?
Answer: Portugal
The country is located in the far west, with a coastline facing the Atlantic Ocean and bordering a larger neighbour to the east. Maps show that the entire coastline faces the same ocean.
Which capital city is located at Dnipro and is usually placed in the centre of the country on the map?
Answer: Kyiv
The city is located on a large river that flows towards the Black Sea and divides the country into east and west. It is often shown on maps as a central hub for roads and railways.
Which country on the map consists of two main islands and is located north-west of mainland Europe?
Answer: United Kingdom
The state comprises one large island and one northern island, as well as several smaller islands. Its location is clearly visible on maps in the Atlantic Ocean, a short distance from the north-west coast of the continent.
Which European archipelago on the map is located between Norway and Iceland and belongs to Denmark?
Answer: Faroe Islands
The islands are located in the North Atlantic Ocean and are often marked separately on maps because of their distance. They are visible as a small group between Scandinavia and a larger island state further west.
Which country on the map has a long coastline on the Baltic Sea and a separate region on the Barents Sea?
Answer: Norway
The country has a coastline both to the south towards the Baltic Sea area through proximity and to the north towards the Arctic through its long extent. This can be seen on maps through its long north-south length.
Which sea is between Iceland and Norway on the map?
Answer: Norwegian Sea
It is part of the North Atlantic Ocean and lies between a large island state and Scandinavia. On maps it is marked as the sea area north of the British Isles.
Which country on the map has a land border with both Greece and Turkey?
Answer: Bulgaria
The state is located in the Balkans, bordered to the south by a country on the Aegean Sea and to the south-east by a state spanning two continents. On maps, this is visible in south-eastern Europe.
Which river forms a large part of the border between Romania and Bulgaria on the map?
Answer: Danube
The watercourse acts as a clear natural boundary line for a long stretch. On maps, it appears as a wide river separating two countries before turning towards the delta area.
Which country is located on the map between Austria and Romania and has no coast?
Answer: Hungary
The state is located in a plain region of central Europe and is surrounded by several neighbours. On maps, it appears as a landlocked state with rivers linking the region.
Which map-Europe question points to the land that has a wedge-shaped corridor to the sea at the Gulf of Gdańsk?
Answer: Poland
The country has a northern coastline that provides access to the Baltic Sea and an important bay. On maps, this is visible as a clear opening to the sea between two neighbouring countries.
Which state on the map is on a peninsula and has a land border with only Spain?
Answer: Portugal
It occupies the westernmost part of the Iberian Peninsula and borders only one neighbour. This is shown on maps by the fact that the other sides are Atlantic coasts.
Which European microstate lies entirely within the Pyrenees and has two official language neighbours?
Answer: Andorra
The state is a small mountainous country positioned between two larger countries. On maps, it appears as a small entity in a mountainous area where passes and valleys control communications.
Which major island to the west of Italy is recognised for its mountainous inland terrain on the map?
Answer: Sardinia
The island is located in the western Mediterranean and belongs to a state on the neighbouring peninsula. On maps, it appears as a large island with a clear separation from the mainland.
Which country on the map borders both Lithuania and Ukraine but has no coastline of its own?
Answer: Belarus
The state is located in eastern Europe and is surrounded by several neighbours without reaching the sea. On maps, it appears as an inland corridor between the Baltic and Black Sea regions.
Which river runs through Vienna and Bratislava with only miles between them on the map?
Answer: Danube
The river passes two capitals very close to each other in central Europe, and maps show the river as a continuous line linking the cities before continuing eastwards.
