10 Borders Where You Can Stand in Two Countries at Once
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1. Baarle, Belgium–Netherlands In the town of Baarle, the border zigzags through streets, cafes, and even houses. You can sip coffee in the Netherlands while your table is in Belgium. (Image: Canva)
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2. Derby Line, USA–Canada This quiet town straddles Vermont in the US and Quebec in Canada. The Haskell Free Library and Opera House famously sits right on the border, with the line running through the building. (Image: Canva)
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3. Mount Everest, Nepal–China The summit of the world’s highest peak lies exactly on the Nepal–China border. Climbers cross between countries while navigating the mountain’s ridge. (Image: Canva)
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4. Cooch Behar District, India–Bangladesh The border here is dotted with enclaves and “counter-enclaves,” making it possible to step between India and Bangladesh multiple times within a few kilometres. (Image: Canva)
5. Sixaola River Bridge, Costa Rica–Panama An old railway bridge over the Sixaola River connects Costa Rica and Panama. Tourists often stop mid-bridge for that perfect “two countries” photo. (Image: Canva)
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6. Stanstead, Canada–USA Another Canada–US example, the border here runs through quiet streets and even the local flowerbeds. Crossing is as easy as walking across a road. (Image: Canva)
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7. Peace Arch Park, USA–Canada Located between Washington state and British Columbia, this park celebrates peace between the two nations. Visitors can wander freely on both sides without formal crossing procedures (though you must re-enter via checkpoints). (Image: Canva)
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8. Norway–Sweden Border In certain rural areas, the border is marked only by stone markers in forests. Skiers in winter can cross back and forth without realising it. (Image: Canva)
9. Chamangá, Brazil–Uruguay The boundary here is just a line on the ground. Locals from both countries mix freely, sharing markets and festivals. (Image: Canva)
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10. Dreiländereck, Germany–France–Switzerland At this “three-country corner,” you can stand at the point where all three nations meet, switching countries in a matter of seconds. (Image: Canva)
