Why visit
Finland is a destination in Europe where the landscape is the point. National parks, coastlines, forests, or mountain travel anchor most itineraries.
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Finland
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At a glance
Location
64.0°, 26.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
338,424 km²
130,666 mi²
Country population
5.5 million
16/km²
Subregion
Northern Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+358
Languages
Finnish, Swedish
Demonym
Finnish
Internet
.fi
UN
Member state
ISO code
FI / FIN
Where in the world
64.0° · 26.0°
Finland
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Did you know
- Finland has nearly 200,000 lakes and nearly 3.2 million saunas for a population of 5.5 million.
- It is the only country where Santa has an official address: Rovaniemi, Finland.
- Finland was ranked #1 in the World Happiness Report seven years running (2018-2024).
- The Finnish language has 15 grammatical cases; English has about 3.
Bordering Finland
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Helsinki, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Frequently asked about Finland
What is the capital of Finland?
Helsinki is the capital of Finland.
What currency does Finland use?
Finland uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Finland?
The primary languages are Finnish and Swedish.
Is Finland landlocked?
No, Finland has a coastline.
What countries border Finland?
Finland borders Norway, Sweden, Russia.
What is the international calling code for Finland?
The calling code is +358.
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