Geography of France
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
643,801
km² (rank #42)
Coastline
4,853
km
Highest Point
Mont Blanc (4,810 m)
Lowest Point
Rhone River delta (-2 m)
Area Comparison
France
643,801 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
France is 6.5% the size of the United States.
Climate
Temperate maritime in west, Mediterranean in south, continental in interior
Terrain
Mostly flat plains or gently rolling hills in north and west; mountainous in south (Pyrenees) and east (Alps)
Natural Resources
Coal
Iron Ore
Bauxite
Zinc
Uranium
Antimony
Arsenic
Potash
Timber
Fish
Land Use
33.4%
31.0%
35.6%
Arable: 33.4%
Forest: 31.0%
Other: 35.6%
Bordering Countries
France on the Map
Region
Europe
Western Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is France?
France covers an area of 643,801 km², ranking #42 in the world by size.
What is the climate of France?
Temperate maritime in west, Mediterranean in south, continental in interior
What is the highest point in France?
The highest point in France is Mont Blanc (4,810 m).
What natural resources does France have?
France's natural resources include Coal, Iron Ore, Bauxite, Zinc, Uranium, Antimony, Arsenic, Potash, Timber, Fish.
Which countries border France?
France shares land borders with Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Andorra, Monaco.