Europe Most Visited Countries Statistics

In this post, we will explore the most visited countries in Europe based on statistics from 2018. From France attracting nearly 89.4 million visitors to Norway with 6.8 million tourists, we will dive into the rankings and numbers that highlight the tourism trends across the continent.

Statistic 1

"France is the most visited country in Europe with nearly 89.4 million visitors in 2018."

Statistic 2

"Italy is the fifth most-visited country in Europe with 62.1 million international tourists in 2018."

Statistic 3

"The United Kingdom received 37.9 million tourists in 2018, making it the 6th most visited country in Europe."

Statistic 4

"Austria saw 30.8 million tourist arrivals in 2018, making it the 7th most visited country in Europe."

Statistic 5

"Greece had a total of 33 million visitors in 2018, making it the 8th most visited destination in Europe."

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"The Netherlands welcomed 19 million tourists in 2018, ranking it as the 9th most-visited European country."

Statistic 7

"Belgium received 8.4 million visitors making it the 16th most visited country in Europe in 2018."

Statistic 8

"Portugal had 22.8 million foreign visitors in 2018, which makes it the 10th most visited country in Europe."

Statistic 9

"Poland attracted 19.6 million tourists in 2018, ranking as the 11th most visited country in Europe."

Statistic 10

"Ireland saw 11.2 million visitors in 2018, ranking it as the 17th most-visited European country."

Statistic 11

"Switzerland welcomed 23.3 million visitors in 2018, making it the 15th most visited country in Europe."

Statistic 12

"Czech Republic had 20.6 million international tourist arrivals in 2018, making it the 12th most visited country in Europe."

Statistic 13

"Croatia received 18.4 million tourists in 2018, making it the 13th most visited country in Europe."

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"Sweden had 7.6 million visitors in 2018 totaling to the 18th most visited European country."

Statistic 15

"Denmark received 11.3 million international tourist arrivals in 2018, ranking it as the 14th most visited country in Europe."

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"Hungary received 17.2 million visitors in 2018, ranking it as the 19th most visited country in Europe."

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"Norway received 6.8 million visitors in 2018, making it the 20th most visited country in Europe."

In 2018, France retained its position as the most visited country in Europe, attracting nearly 89.4 million visitors, while Italy, the fifth most-visited country, saw 62.1 million international tourists. The United Kingdom, ranked sixth with 37.9 million visitors, showcased its appeal alongside Austria, Greece, and the Netherlands, landing in the top nine most-visited countries. Belgium and Ireland also drew in significant numbers, ranking 16th and 17th, respectively. Overall, the statistics indicate the diverse popularity and appeal of European destinations, with each country offering unique attractions and experiences to a global audience.