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Neighboring Countries of Malta
Malta 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
197 km
Coastline
316
Area in km²
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Geography of Malta
Location
Southern Europe, islands in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Sicily (Italy)
Area
316 km² — slightly less than twice the size of Washington, D.C.
Terrain
Mostly low, rocky, flat to dissected plains; many coastal cliffs
Climate
Mediterranean; mild, rainy winters; hot, dry summers
Highest and lowest points
Highest: Ta'Dmejrek on Dingli Cliffs 253 m. Lowest: Mediterranean Sea 0 m.
Natural resources
Limestone, salt, arable land
Natural hazards
Occasional droughts
Good to know
The country is an archipelago, with only the three largest islands (Malta, Ghawdex or Gozo, and Kemmuna or Comino) inhabited; numerous bays provide good harbors
Neighboring countries of Cyprus
Neighboring countries of IcelandFrequently asked questions about the borders of Malta
How many countries border Malta?
Malta has no land borders with any other country — it is surrounded by sea.
Is Malta landlocked?
No. Malta has 197 km of coastline.
What is the highest point of Malta?
Ta'Dmejrek on Dingli Cliffs 253 m. The lowest point is Mediterranean Sea 0 m.
Borders and geography: CIA World Factbook (public domain).