5 Largest Countries in Europe by Area

3. Ukraine

Total Area (sq. km): 603,550 

Ukraine, situated in Eastern Europe is known as the “breadbasket of Europe.” Ukraine is the world’s leading producer of sunflower meal, oil, and seed. Ukraine’s territory also includes 24,220 square kilometers of water area, comprising rivers, lakes, and reservoirs. This water network plays a vital role in Ukraine’s agricultural and industrial sectors. Ukraine has one of the largest populations in Europe.