Ponds of Austria - this is the living space of the local population, filled with beauty and natural energy. People come here to relax, retire and feel the power coming from the bowels of the mountains. The lakes here are clear as crystal, and the rivers are fast as the wind. What is so attracting tourists from all over the world? Consider the most outstanding lakes and rivers of Austria.
Carinthia District
The sunny region in southern Austria invites vacationers to soak up the beaches of lakes with clear, clear water. On the border with Slovenia, near the town of Wörthersee, there is a small lake (19 sq. Km) with clean sand and cozy restaurants on the shore.
Fans of family vacations will love Lake Klopeiners. It is small, with children's bays. It is always warm in the summer and nice to swim. You can fish.
In the Carinthia region, you can visit other bodies of water: Maria Loretto, Velden, Mayernigg, Langsee.
The nature of the Salzkammergut
This is one of the most popular resorts in Austria. Rivers and lakes are combined with the blue peaks of the mountains, and lush greenery beckons to settle in its shade. The lake where tourists come together is called Wolfgangsee. There are many attractions in the surrounding area, and the resort area is represented by hotels and restaurants.
Gruner See Lake
A curious place is famous for the fact that the size of the lake changes throughout the year. It is located near the town of Trages. In winter, the depth of the reservoir is only 1 m, and in summer the lowland is filled with water by 12 m. And the entire territory of the park in this place goes under water. The lake attracts divers. Clear water makes it possible to see the paths and benches at the bottom.
Waterways of Austria
The main rivers of Austria, the Danube and the Rhine, they carry the greatest load, are navigable and very picturesque. This is the real pride of the country.
The main river of Austria is the Danube. It flows through the capital of Vienna. In the city you can find many rivers of the same name - Small, New, Old Danube. At the last beach is equipped, where you can have a good time and relax from the city bustle. Many come here to engage in active water sports.
List of rivers in Austria
But besides the Danube and the Rhine, there are many others - small and large.
Here is a list of the rivers of Austria in alphabetical order:
- Bolgenach - a length of a little more than a kilometer, crosses the border with Germany;
- Vienna - length 34 km, flows in the capital, has an extensive pool;
- Gail - a small mountain river;
- Gurk - 120 km;
- Donaukanal - a natural river, a tributary of the Danube, a length of 17.3 km;
- Drava - a powerful river in southeastern Europe, a tributary of the Danube, the total length of 720 km;
- Dyy - a mountain river 235 km long, partially flows in the Czech Republic;
- Saalakh originates at an altitude of 2000 m, length - 103 km;
- Salzach - the main river of the Salzbkrga, the source in the Alps;
- Zamina in Austria flows only 5 km, the rest (12 km) is in Liechtenstein;
- Ibs flows into the Danube in the city of the same name Ibs on the Danube;
- Isar - the source in the mountains on the border with Germany, a small river;
- Ill - 72 km; there are several hydroelectric power stations on the river;
- Inn - flows from Lake Lungin in Switzerland, length - 2484 m;
- Lekkner-Ah - length 8.9 km, the source in the mountains at an altitude of 1600 m;
- Lech - one of the tributaries of the Danube, length - 250 km;
- Malshe - flows on the border with the Czech Republic, the total length of 22 km;
- Mura - refers to the Danube basin, the source is in the Alps;
- Rab - 250 km long, there are many cities in Austria and Hungary;
- Schwarzbach - length 6 km;
- Anns is a tributary of the Danube;
- Ötztaler-Ahe - located in Austrian Tyrol.
Vienna river
A small stream flows through the capital of Austria for 15 km, then flows into one of the tributaries of the Danube. The source is located in the famous Vienna Forest.
An interesting fact: the riverbed at the end of the 19th century was completely laid out along the banks with stones and concrete slabs. The fact is that Vienna has the peculiarity of spilling strongly in the spring. Its banks are completely composed of sandstone, which does not absorb water, but gives it to the river bed. People were tired of the constant flooding during the melting of snows and heavy rains, and it was decided to strengthen the banks of the river Austria.
Drava River
This is one of the largest rivers in Austria. The total length of the Drava - 720 km, flows in countries such as Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary, and originates in the Italian Alps. Drava plays a crucial shipping role. Almost all shipping, only 70 km from the source, flows along the mountain slopes. On the river there are cities: Lienz, Spittal an der Drau, Villach, Ferlach.
Gurk River
The rivers and lakes of Austria in the lands of Carinthia are very picturesque. It is in this region that the small river Gurk (120 km) flows. It originates from two small lakes called Gurksee and Thorersee. Almost all the way passes through picturesque valleys and mountain gorges. This is the second longest water artery located exclusively within the country. Connects with Drava. The cities of Klagenfurt and Felkermarkt are located on it.
Light River
All major rivers and lakes of Austria border on neighboring countries. The Light River originates in Austria, and ends in Hungary. This is a large but non-navigable river. It flows into the Danube. Extends between the cities of Wiener Neustadt (near the mouth is located) and Brook an der Light. Also on the slopes there are many small villages and towns. The river has an important function, since hydroelectric power plants have been built on its artificial branches.
Rab river
It is Austria's medium-sized river. It flows mainly through the lands of Shtri (Austria), there is also a source at the foot of Mount Ossers. Then, flowing through a narrow gorge, it acquires a powerful stream and washes the cities of Feldbach and Gleisdorf. Ends on the lands of Hungary. In total, the water flow has to cover a distance of 250 km. It has a wide pool, streams flow into Rabu: Marzal, Pinka, Lafnitz and Rabsa. It flows into the Danube.
The Rab River for the land of Shtri is the main source of electricity. Flowing among the mountains, it creates a powerful stream that can provide light to the whole city. In total, there are about a dozen hydroelectric power stations on the river.
