Number of Michelin-Starred Restaurants per 100,000 People
Michelin stars are often discussed in raw totals, but population size dramatically changes the picture. When adjusted per 100,000 people, smaller countries with strong culinary traditions rise to the top, while larger nations with many restaurants spread their stars more thinly.
This map highlights how fine dining culture is not evenly distributed across Europe. Countries such as France, Italy, and Spain dominate in absolute numbers, but places like Luxembourg, Denmark, Switzerland, and Iceland often rank far higher when population is taken into account.
The Michelin Guide itself is also a factor. Coverage varies by country and year, and Michelin does not publish guides for every European nation. Some regions with strong local food cultures are therefore underrepresented simply because they are not regularly reviewed.
Seen this way, Michelin stars reflect not just food quality, but tourism, dining habits, guide coverage, and national investment in high-end gastronomy.
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