The 50 States of Europe

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Comparing the land masses of European countries to approximate North American state equivalents provides insights into the size and geographical scale of these regions.

The map below created by P22Press shows land masses of European countries in relation to approximate North American state equivalents.

Keep in mind that these comparisons are only approximations and can vary based on specific boundaries, including political divisions and coastlines.

Here’s an overview of some European countries and their approximate equivalents in terms of North American states. But unlike the map, the list below has been compiled taking into account the similarity of natural and climatic conditions.

France vs. Texas: France is roughly similar in land area to the state of Texas. Both are sizable regions with diverse landscapes, encompassing everything from plains to mountains to coastlines. If we talk about area only, Texas also has a similar area to Ukraine.

Spain vs. California: Spain’s land area is roughly comparable to that of the state of California. Both areas have Mediterranean coastlines and a mix of geography, including mountain ranges and arid regions.

Germany vs. Montana: Germany’s land area is somewhat comparable to the state of Montana. Both have a mix of landscapes, including forests, plains, and mountains.

Italy vs. Arizona: Italy’s land area is similar in size to the state of Arizona. Both regions have Mediterranean climates and a variety of terrain, from coastal areas to arid deserts.

Sweden vs. California: Sweden’s land area is roughly similar to the state of California. Despite the climate differences, both areas have a significant landmass with varied geography.

Norway vs. New Mexico: Norway’s land area is approximately similar to that of New Mexico. Both regions have rugged terrains, including mountains and fjords.

United Kingdom vs. Oregon: The United Kingdom’s land area is roughly comparable to the state of Oregon. Despite their differences, both regions have coastlines and a mix of landscapes.

Greece vs. Louisiana: Greece’s land area is approximately similar to that of Louisiana. Both have access to the sea and diverse terrains.

Iceland vs. West Virginia: Iceland’s land area is roughly comparable to the state of West Virginia. Both regions have unique landscapes, with Iceland’s being characterized by volcanic activity and West Virginia’s by its Appalachian mountains.

Poland vs. New Mexico: Poland’s land area is approximately similar to that of New Mexico. Both regions have diverse landscapes, from mountains to plains.

Want more maps? You can learn more about the United States and Europe from the following atlases:

• Atlas of the United States
• Atlas of Europe