Tourism contributes a lot to the economy of Europe. A rich history, beautiful locations, numerous heritage sites, and ease of travel make Europe the first choice of travellers. The following is a list of the top 10 most visited European countries. Let’s read.
Key points
• France is the most visited country in Europe. Around 79 million international tourists visited France in 2022.
• In 2019, nearly 90 million people visited France.
• Spain is the second most visited country in Europe. Around 72 million people visited Spain in 2022.
• Türkiye (Turkey) is the third most popular travel destination in Europe.
• Most countries on the following list are located in Southern or Western Europe.
• France has been the most popular travel destination in Europe for many years now.
Top 10 most visited European countries
| Rank | Country | International tourist arrivals (million) (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | around 79 |
| 2 | Spain | around 72 |
| 3 | Türkiye (Turkey) | around 50.5 |
| 4 | Italy | around 50 |
| 5 | United Kingdom | around 30 |
| 6 | Germany | around 28.5 |
| 7 | Greece | around 28 |
| 8 | Austria | around 26 |
| 9 | Portugal | 22.3 |
| 10 | Netherlands | around 16 |
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