France Information Table & Key Statistics
Below is a detailed factsheet summarizing the key administrative, demographic, and geographical statistics for France:
| Attribute | Value / Details |
|---|---|
| Country Name |  France |
| Capital City | Paris |
| Population | 67,390,000 |
| Land Area | 551,695 km² |
| Official Currency | EUR (Euro) |
| Official Languages | French |
| Timezone | UTC+1 |
| European Union Member | Yes (EU Member State) |
| Geographical Coordinates | 46.23°N, 2.21°E |
What is France?
France is a European nation located at coordinates 46.23°N, 2.21°E. Its capital city is Paris, which functions as the administrative and economic center. The country covers a total land area of 551,695 km² and is home to a population of approximately 67,390,000 residents. The official currency used is EUR (Euro), and the primary spoken language(s) is/are French.
Geographically, France is positioned in Europe's UTC+1 timezone. As a member state of the European Union, France participates in the single market, European political governance, and utilizes the official EU standards.
How to Explore France on the Map?
You can utilize our interactive Europe map above to study the exact boundaries, neighbors, and cities of France. The map widget will automatically focus, center, and zoom in directly on France upon loading this page. You can click adjacent country paths to see how France borders other nations in the region. Use your mouse scroll wheel or pinch gestures to zoom further into the map, and hover over specific regions to view tooltips showing coordinates, capitals, and country names in real time.
Static Illustration of the Europe Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of France?
The capital of France is Paris. It is the administrative, cultural, and political center of the nation.
Is France part of the European Union?
Yes, France is a member state of the European Union (EU).
What currency and official languages are spoken in France?
The official currency of France is EUR (Euro) and the official language(s) spoken is/are French.