What regions still actively speak Romance languages today?

Several regions around the world continue to actively speak Romance languages today. Notably, these languages stem from Latin and are primarily spoken in parts of Europe and the Americas.

In Europe, countries like Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, and Romania are predominant. In Spain, regional languages such as Catalan, Galician, and Basque also exist alongside the national language, Spanish (Castilian). Within Spain, the Balearic Islands, including Mallorca, feature Catalan as an official language, with its local dialect known as Mallorquí.

In France, languages such as Occitan and Corsican are spoken in various regions, while in Italy, languages like Italian, Sicilian, and Neapolitan are prevalent. The Portuguese language is the primary language in Portugal and Brazil. Additionally, various other regions across the globe, including parts of Switzerland and regions in Northern Africa, also retain Romance languages, showcasing the enduring influence of Latin-derived languages worldwide.