Geography of Greece
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
131,957
km² (rank #97)
Coastline
13,676
km
Highest Point
Mount Olympus (2,917 m)
Lowest Point
Mediterranean Sea (0 m)
Area Comparison
Greece
131,957 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Greece is 1.3% the size of the United States.
Climate
Temperate Mediterranean; mild wet winters, hot dry summers
Terrain
Mountainous with ranges extending into the sea as peninsulas or chains of islands
Natural Resources
Lignite
Petroleum
Iron Ore
Bauxite
Lead
Zinc
Nickel
Magnesite
Marble
Salt
Hydropower
Land Use
19.7%
30.5%
49.8%
Arable: 19.7%
Forest: 30.5%
Other: 49.8%
Bordering Countries
Greece on the Map
Region
Europe
Southern Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Greece?
Greece covers an area of 131,957 km², ranking #97 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Greece?
Temperate Mediterranean; mild wet winters, hot dry summers
What is the highest point in Greece?
The highest point in Greece is Mount Olympus (2,917 m).
What natural resources does Greece have?
Greece's natural resources include Lignite, Petroleum, Iron Ore, Bauxite, Lead, Zinc, Nickel, Magnesite, Marble, Salt, Hydropower.
Which countries border Greece?
Greece shares land borders with Albania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Turkey.