Europe/ˈjʊrəp/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Geographical Entity Europe is not a country, it's a continent with many countries. France is one country in Europe. Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Diversity Each country in Europe has its unique culture and language. While traveling in Europe, you'll experience a variety of cultures. Pro Tip 3/3Not Interchangeable Do not confuse Europe with the European Union; they're not the same. Switzerland is in Europe but not in the European Union.