| Capital | Paris |
|---|---|
| Population | 68 516 699 inh. |
| Area | 549 087 km² |
| Population density | 124.8 inh./km² |
| Local time | --:-- |
| Language(s) | French |
| Political system | République constitutionnelle unitaire semi-présidentielle |
| National motto | Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité |
| National anthem | La Marseillaise |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Land borders | Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Spain, Andorra |
| Maritime borders | North Sea, English Channel, Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Tyrrhenian Sea |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of France?
Paris is the capital of France.
Which countries border France?
France shares land borders with: Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Spain, Andorra.