Places in Europe where three countries meet

Austria-Germany-Czech Republic

Out of all the countries in Europe, Austria has the most number of tripoints compared with any other on the continent. Indeed, the country has nine tripoints, one of which is located in the Bohemian Forest at the border with Germany and the Czech Republic. It is a heavily forested region known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities.

Austria-Italy-Switzerland

While most tripoints have a significant marker that highlights the meeting point of three countries, the Austria-Italy-Switzerland marker is nothing more than a stone embedded in the rock. One thing is certain, however: the surrounding view of the Alps certainly makes up for it.

Austria-Slovakia-Hungary

The tripoint of these three countries is located in a sculpture park that is freely open and easily accessible to the public. Aside from the stone pillar shown here, the borders of these nations also meet by a nearby stone table that features the crests of each country on top.

Austria-Slovenia-Hungary

This tripoint is the westernmost point in Hungary, and is marked by a unique triangular sculpture surrounded by individual flagpoles. The region is heavily forested and known for its wine production and rolling hills, making it a picturesque spot for visitors.

Belgium-Germany-Netherlands

Moving away from the Austrian border and on to where Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands meet, this tripoint is a rather popular tourist attraction thanks to an observation tower and labyrinth that were constructed for visitors. Fun fact: this tripoint also marks the highest point in the Netherlands!

Belgium-France-Luxembourg

This tripoint is also located on a river, specifically the Chiers. The region is predominantly industrial, and the only indicator that these three nations join at this point is an inconspicuous marker placed on the river bank close to Luxembourg City.

Bulgaria-Greece-Macedonia

In the east of Europe, the borders of Bulgaria, Greece, and North Macedonia meet rather unceremoniously in a mountainous area that is rich in history and cultural diversity. There isn’t even a feature to mark the location, although the Greek territory holds a nature reserve that is home to the Belasica mountain range (pictured).

Bulgaria-Greece-Turkey

This tripoint is politically significant for a number of reasons. It lies on the Maritsa river region and is often in the news due to geopolitical tensions between Greece and Turkey, most of which arise from border disputes.

Croatia-Hungary-Serbia

The northern border between Croatia and Serbia has been relentlessly disputed since 1947. Indeed, the tripoint of these three nations is largely undecided, with two locations given as possible contenders, both of which are part of the Danube river.

Czech Republic-Germany-Poland

A large granite slab marks the tripoint of these three nations, even though the border sits at the meeting point of a river and a brook in the Czech Republic's northern region of Bohemia. This part of the border is known as a common crossing point for German shoppers who visit supermarkets in the nearby Polish village of Sieniawka.

Czech Republic-Poland-Slovakia

These three nations join at a place known as Trojmedzie. A granite monolith marks the location, which is in the stunningly beautiful Carpathian Mountains.

France-Germany-Switzerland

The Swiss city of Basel hugs the borders of France and Germany. Indeed, this tripoint is dramatically delineated by a massive monument that rises above the Rhine river, which cuts the city in half.

Hungary-Romania-Serbia

A unique monument stands at the tripoint of these three countries, with a multi-layered design located on the side of a road that crosses from Hungary into Serbia. Since Serbia is not a member of the European Union and Hungary is, the road is blocked by border control and a fence that runs alongside it.

Latvia-Estonia-Russia

Much of Estonia’s border with Russia is placed over water, including lakes and rivers. Along with Latvia, these two northern Baltic countries are neighbors to the largest country in the world. Interestingly, there are no significant markers to delineate the tripoint, and instead the region is consumed by forestland and the Pededze river (pictured).

Lithuania-Poland-Russia

The stone column that sits on the tripoint of these three nations is mostly inaccessible due to the fencing that separates the Russian territory from the other two countries. Indeed, the Russian territory that borders Poland and Lithuania isn’t conjoined with the majority of Russia, and is instead an exclave known as Kaliningrad.

Macedonia-Greece-Albania

The tripoint of these three countries lands on Lake Prespa, which is mostly located in Greece and was added to UNESCO's World Network of Biosphere Reserves.