France: capital, population, borders and facts
France is a country in Europe. Its capital city is Paris. Roughly 68 million people live there, based on rounded estimates for around 2024. France shares a land border with 8 countries: Andorra, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Spain and Switzerland. Its coast touches the Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea and English Channel. The national flag uses blue, white and red.
| Capital city | Paris |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population (approx.) | 68 million |
| Land neighbours | 8: Andorra, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Spain, Switzerland |
| Seas and oceans | Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, English Channel |
| Flag colours | blue, white, red |
Outline of France
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of France?
The capital of France is Paris.
What is the population of France?
France has roughly 68 million people (rounded estimate, around 2024).
Which countries border France?
France borders Andorra, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Spain and Switzerland.
Is France landlocked?
No, France is not landlocked.
Travel basics for France
In France, traffic drives on the right, plug types C and E and emergency number police 17, ambulance 15 or 112, fire 18 or 112. See plug type, voltage, driving side, emergency number, calling code and currency on the France travel basics page.
Put what you know about France to the test
Facts stick better when you use them. New puzzles appear every day, and these games use this kind of fact:
- Capital: the capital of France is Paris. Test yourself on capitals in Capital Hunt or the capital cities quiz.
- Shape: do you recognise the outline above? Try the country outline quiz or Outline.
- Flag: The France flag uses blue, white and red. Can you tell flags apart from their colours? Try Guess the Flag.
- Borders: France has 8 land neighbours. Name a country's neighbours against the clock in Neighbour Rush, or find the shortest land route between two countries in Border Run.
- Population: With roughly 68 million people, France is a good one to compare in Population Match or Population Showdown.
- Everything at once: work out a hidden country from six clues in Mystery Country, or browse all geography games.
More countries in Europe
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