Geography
Guernsey is in Northern Europe, Europe. Its listed coordinates are 49.46666666, -2.58333333; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Europe
Guernsey
Guernsey is a country in Northern Europe. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- St. Peter Port
- Continent
- Europe
- Region
- Northern Europe
- Population
- 64.8 thousand
- Area
- 78 km²
- Currency
- British pound (GBP)
- Official language
- English, French, Guernésiais
- Calling code
- +44
- Internet TLD
- .gg
- Time zone
- UTC+00:00
Guernsey map preview: 49.47, -2.58
People and Culture
Guernsey uses English, French, Guernésiais in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Guernsey varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Guernsey is recorded with the official name Bailiwick of Guernsey. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- St. Peter Port
- Northern Europe cultural and historic sites
- Europe map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: St. Peter Port
- Time zone data: UTC+00:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Guernsey is grouped under Europe.
- Guernsey has a listed area of 78 km².
- Guernsey is not listed as a UN member in the source data.
FAQs about Guernsey
What is the capital of Guernsey?
The capital of Guernsey is St. Peter Port.
What continent is Guernsey in?
Guernsey is in Europe.
What currency does Guernsey use?
Guernsey uses the British pound.
What language is spoken in Guernsey?
English, French, Guernésiais is listed for Guernsey in this database.