The Danube is conventionally taken to be formed by the confluence of the two streams Brigach and Breg just east of Donaueschingen. The source of the Donaubach, which flows into the Danube, in Donaueschingen is often referred to as the source of the Danube (Donauquelle). Where is the headwaters ofRead More →
The river Danube flows through ten countries, and on it lie four European capital cities. What city is built on the Danube? Bratislava lies on the beautiful blue Danube, arguably the most important river in central Europe. What are three capital cities located on tributaries of the Danube River? ThisRead More →
As the Danube’s water level is regulated by a system of locks along its way, floodings are rather rare. However, strong rain can lead to high water and even to regional floodings (as devastating as in 2013). These floodings occur every ten to fifty years now and can happen atRead More →
Originating in Germany, the Danube flows southeast for 2,850 km (1,770 mi), passing through or bordering Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova and Ukraine before draining into the Black Sea. Do the Rhine and Danube intersect? The Rhine–Main–Danube Canal (German: Rhein-Main-Donau-Kanal; also called Main-Danube Canal, RMD Canal orRead More →
Germany is currently experiencing record floods along some of its major rivers. Earlier this week, the Danube surpassed its historical flood mark from 1501 and reached an unprecedented height of 12.60m, flooding the entire historic district of the city of Passau. What river caused the worst floods? Mississippi River floodRead More →