Drance facts for kids
The Drance is an interesting river located in the Valais region, which is a part of Switzerland. It's like a smaller stream that eventually flows into a much bigger river called the Rhône. The Drance is about 44 kilometers (which is roughly 27 miles) long.
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What is the Drance River?
The Drance river is known for its clear waters and the beautiful mountain areas it flows through. It's an important part of the local environment in Valais.
Where Does the Drance River Start?
The Drance river actually begins where two other rivers join together. These two rivers are called the Drance de Bagnes and the Drance d'Entremont. Think of it like two smaller paths meeting to form one bigger road!
How Long is the Drance River?
From where it starts to where it meets the Rhône river, the Drance flows for about 44 kilometers. That's a good distance for a river!
What is a Drainage Basin?
The Drance river has a "drainage basin" that covers about 680 square kilometers (which is about 262 square miles). A drainage basin is like a giant funnel. It's all the land area where rain and melted snow collect and then flow into that specific river. So, all the water from this large area ends up in the Drance river.
Images for kids
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Dranse de Bagnes
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The Dranse de Bagnes at Lac de Mauvoisin with fluvial sediment build-up
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Dranse d'Entremont
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Dranse de Ferret
