On its southeastern edges, the Elbe river basin also comprises small parts of Austria (0.6%) and Poland (0.2%). The Elbe catchment area is inhabited by 24.4 million people; its biggest cities are Berlin, …

Elbe River, one of the major waterways of central Europe. It runs from the Czech Republic through Germany to the North Sea, flowing generally to the northwest. The river rises on the southern side of …

Throughout its course from the mountains to the sea, the Elbe makes a major impact on the structure and the hydrological situation of the surrounding countryside.

Rising in the mountains of north-central Czech Republic, on the border with Poland, the Labe river flows northwesterly into Germany where it becomes the Elbe river and flows to the North Sea at …

The Elbe River is one of the most famous waterways in Europe, known for its rich history and stunning beauty. Stretching over 720 miles, the Elbe flows through Germany and the Czech Republic, passing …

Sep 18, 2025 · The Elbe (Labe in Czech) is one of the great rivers of Europe. It flows through two countries (formerly three), rising in the Czech Republic (Czechia) and flowing across Germany and …

The Elbe River is a hidden gem that flows from the Czech Republic through Germany, all the way to the North Sea, offering a mix of historic cities, charming towns, and gorgeous scenery.

May 12, 2023 · The Elbe River, originating in the Krkonoše Mountains in the Czech Republic, stretches approximately 724 miles before reaching the North Sea near Cuxhaven, Germany.

The Elbe River is one of the longest rivers in Central Europe, stretching about 1,094 kilometers (680 miles). It originates in the Giant Mountains (Krkonoše) of the Czech Republic, flows through …

The primeval valley of the Elbe once stretched for kilometers into the countryside. Today, a water network with tributaries, lakes and ditches runs through this light-flooded river landscape.