Higher-or-Lower Quiz · Last updated: October 2026
How big are the countries of the world? The range runs from tiny states such as Vatican City to vast countries such as Russia. That is exactly what makes this category such an exciting guessing game: can you judge the size of a country without being fooled by the world map?
Maps can distort the true proportions – especially near the poles. In addition, area figures can differ slightly depending on the definition and whether inland waters are included. For orientation: micro-states often cover only a few square kilometers, many European countries range from a few tens of thousands to several hundred thousand square kilometers, while Russia covers more than ten million square kilometers.
All values are rounded approximations (as of 2024/25) meant for fun, not as a factual source.
Test your feel for these numbers in the game: pick the category and try to get 10 correct answers in 60 seconds.