Continental Europe
Definition
This term refers specifically to mainland Europe - that is all European countries excluding islands such as Britain and Ireland.
Related terms
European Union (EU): An economic and political union involving 27 European countries. It facilitates free trade among member nations.
Schengen Area: A zone comprising 26 European countries that have abolished passport control at their mutual borders.
Eurozone: The group of European Union nations whose national currency is the euro.
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