Stuttgart District

Oberkochen

European Watershed (Rhine/Danube) – Karst Spring Trail

Stuttgart District

European Watershed (Rhine/Danube) – Karst Spring Trail

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European Watershed (Rhine/Danube) – Karst Spring Trail

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Location: Oberkochen, Ostalbkreis, Stuttgart District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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August 12, 2022

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According to geological investigations, the watershed is shifting towards the south and at some point the Brenz also drains towards the Rhine. Before this can happen, however, some water from the Brenz will flow into the Danube

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March 5, 2023

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The point further west is incorrectly positioned

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Location: Oberkochen, Ostalbkreis, Stuttgart District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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