List of rivers of Italy

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== List of rivers of Italy ==

Italy is home to numerous rivers that flow through its diverse landscapes, from the Alps in the north to the Apennine Mountains and the coastal plains. These rivers play a crucial role in the country's ecology, economy, and history.

Major Rivers

• Po River: The longest river in Italy, the Po River flows eastward across northern Italy from the Cottian Alps to the Adriatic Sea. It is approximately 652 kilometers long.
• Adige: The second longest river in Italy, the Adige flows from the Alps near the Reschen Pass through the Veneto region to the Adriatic Sea.
• Tiber: Known as the river that runs through Rome, the Tiber originates in the Apennine Mountains and flows southward to the Tyrrhenian Sea.
• Arno: Flowing through the region of Tuscany, the Arno River passes through the cities of Florence and Pisa before emptying into the Tyrrhenian Sea.
• Ticino: A major tributary of the Po River, the Ticino flows from Switzerland into northern Italy.
• Adda: Another significant tributary of the Po, the Adda River flows from the Alps through Lake Como and into the Po River.

Other Notable Rivers

• Piave: Originating in the Dolomites, the Piave flows southward to the Adriatic Sea.
• Brenta: Flowing from the Trentino region to the Adriatic Sea, the Brenta passes through the city of Padua.
• Tagliamento: This river flows from the Alps to the Adriatic Sea, known for its braided river patterns.
• Liri: Flowing through central Italy, the Liri River is a tributary of the Garigliano.
• Volturno: The longest river in southern Italy, the Volturno flows from the Apennines to the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Related Pages

• Geography of Italy
• Hydrology
• List of rivers by length
• List of rivers of Europe
• Po Basin
• Italian Lakes