This list includes 2 European Countries that start with P, from “Poland” to “Portugal”. They are both EU members and popular destinations for students and travelers.
European Countries that start with P are sovereign states in Europe whose English short names begin with the letter P. Poland is the larger by population, while Portugal is known for its maritime history and global explorers.
Below you’ll find the table with capital, population and official language(s).
Capital: The city listed is the official or de facto capital, useful for locating government seats and travel planning.
Population: The latest official estimate and year help you compare country size and plan logistics or study demographics.
Official language(s): The national or widely used languages listed show what you will hear and which languages are used in administration.
European Countries that start with P
| Country | Flag (emoji) | Capital | Population & Official language(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poland | 🇵🇱 | Warsaw | 37,700,000 (2023); Polish | Central European country known for historic cities, hearty cuisine, and diverse landscapes from the Baltic coast to mountains. |
| Portugal | 🇵🇹 | Lisbon | 10,300,000 (2023); Portuguese | Westernmost mainland European country famous for maritime history, sunny Atlantic beaches, Fado music, and rich cuisine like pastéis de nata. |