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Some of the most famous landmarks and physical features in the world are in Europe. Learn about Stonehenge, the Carpathian Mountains and many more European landmarks.

Islands

The islands of Europe are as diverse geographically as the countries that claim them. From the Greek isles to the British Isles, learn about the geography of Europe's major island groups. See more »

Lakes

Some of the largest lakes in the world are in Europe. Did you know that Loch Ness is the deepest lake in the world? Learn about the major lakes in Europe here. See more »

Landmarks

Some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world are situated in Europe. Learn about the Eiffel Tower, Stonehenge and the many other famous landmarks. See more »

Mountains and Volcanoes

The mountains and volcanoes in Europe have shaped civilizations for thousands of years. Explore the Swiss Alps, the Matterhorn and Mount Vesuvius, the volcano that devoured Pompeii. See more »

Rivers

Explore the major rivers of Europe, including the Rhine River, the Seine River, and the Thames River, perhaps the most famous river in all of Europe. See more »

Other

There are a number of intriguing physical features of Europe, such as the Strait of Gibraltar. Explore the some of these features in this section. See more »

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The Meuse River

Meuse River, (Dutch: Maas), a river flowing northward from northeastern France through Belgium and into the Netherlands.

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Loch Lomond

Loch Lomond, a Scottish lake, the largest in Great Britain. It is 23 miles (37 km) long and up to 5 miles (8 km) wide.

The Piave River

Piave River, a river in northern Italy. It begins in the Carnic Alps of Austria and flows 140 miles (225 km) south and southeast to the Adriatic Sea.