Download Highest Mountains In Europe Countries Background. The mountains are also popular for outdoor recreation such as hiking, climbing and skiing. Though it might be an anticipated choice, when talking european mountains, it's impossible to avoid mentioning the alps.
Europe's tallest peak, mount elbrus, is located in the caucasus mountains, within southern russia.
The 10 highest peaks in the caucasus mountains are all located in russia or georgia, or along the border between the two countries. Click column headings with arrows to sort the highest. In the 20th century tourism became one of the main sections of the economy. Elbrus (5,642m) is the highest mountain in europe and russia.