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Neighboring Countries of Guernsey
Guernsey has no land borders with any other country — it is surrounded by sea.
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Neighbouring countries (#162 of 236)
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Total land borders
50 km
Coastline
78
Area in km²
- Guernsey
- Neighbouring countries
Geography of Guernsey
Location
Western Europe, islands in the English Channel, northwest of France
Area
78 km² — about one-half the size of Washington, D.C.
Terrain
Mostly flat with low hills in southwest
Climate
Temperate with mild winters and cool summers; about 50% of days are overcast
Highest and lowest points
Highest: Le Moulin on Sark 114 m. Lowest: English Channel 0 m.
Natural resources
Cropland
Natural hazards
Very large tidal variation and fast currents can make local waters dangerous
Good to know
Large, deepwater harbor at Saint Peter Port
Frequently asked questions about the borders of Guernsey
How many countries border Guernsey?
Guernsey has no land borders with any other country — it is surrounded by sea.
Is Guernsey landlocked?
No. Guernsey has 50 km of coastline.
What is the highest point of Guernsey?
Le Moulin on Sark 114 m. The lowest point is English Channel 0 m.
Borders and geography: CIA World Factbook (public domain).