Physical Geography of Europe
A valley near the Swiss Alps, Switzerland
The physical geography of Europe is striking. The continent forms the western peninsula of Eurasia, and is also made up of peninsulas. Additionally, there are many islands located off the coast of the continent. The terrain of Europe is a mixture of large plains and mountains. The North European Plain is Europe’s largest plain, and the Alps are Europe’s largest mountain range. The European climate ranges from a warm and dry Mediterranean climate in the south, to a frigid tundra climate the north. As you continue your journey with GEOTREX through Europe, you will experience the unique economic and cultural characteristics of European countries.