Rhine - Wikipedia The Rhine is the second-longest river in Central and Western Europe (after the Danube), at about 1,230 km (760 mi), [note 1] with an average discharge of about 2,900 m 3 s (100,000 cu ft s) It also contains the most powerful waterfall in Europe, the Rhine Falls
Rhine River | Location, Length, Map, Facts | Britannica Rhine River, river and waterway of western Europe, culturally and historically one of the great rivers of the continent and among the most important arteries of industrial transport in the world It flows from two small headways in the Alps of east-central Switzerland north and west to the North Sea, into which it drains through the Netherlands
Rhine River - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The Rhine River (German: Rhein, French: Rhin, Dutch: Rijn) is 1,230 kilometres (760 mi) long Its name comes from the Celtic word " renos ", which means 'raging flow' The Rhine is an important waterway 883 kilometres (549 mi) can be used by ships, and boats can go to the Black Sea using the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal
The Rhine River - World in maps The Rhine River is the backbone of the Rhineland Europe This region corresponds geographically to the basin of the Rhine, the Meuse and the Scheldt, which are connected in a common delta This region is the most dynamic economic area in Europe and one of the great places of power in the world
Top 10 facts about the Rhine River that will surprise you From its mountain source in the Swiss Alps to its wide delta into the North Sea, the Rhine River is one of Europe’s most legendary and culturally significant waterways Flowing through six countries and serving as a vital link between southern and northern Europe for centuries, the Rhine has stories, secrets, and stunning sights along every bend
13 Must-See Destinations on the Rhine River in 2025 - Global Viewpoint From the stunning castles of the Middle Rhine Valley to the vibrant city life of Cologne, the Rhine River is packed with stunning scenery Stroll through the historic streets of Heidelberg, marvel at the natural beauty of the Lorelei Rock, or explore the charming town of Bacharach
Rhine - New World Encyclopedia The Rhine (German: Rhein; French: Rhin; Dutch: Rijn) is one of the major European rivers At about 1,230 km (760 mi), it is the second-longest river in Central and Western Europe (after the Danube), and third in Europe as a whole with the Volga the longest The river begins in the Swiss canton of Graubünden in the southeastern Swiss Alps
Rhine - Switzerland Tourism With a length of 375 kilometers, the Rhine is the longest river in Switzerland Although the Rhine flows far to the east of the country, thanks to mighty tributaries it drains 80 per cent of Switzerland’s surface
Rhine - Confluence of European Water Bodies The Rhine River, one of Europe’s longest and most significant waterways, spans over 1,230 kilometers from the Swiss Alps to the North Sea Flowing through six countries—Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, France, and the Netherlands—it has shaped European history, culture, and economies for centuries