Fulda (river) facts for kids
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The Fulda in Kassel
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Course of the Fulda shown in red
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| Country | Germany |
| States | Hesse and Lower Saxony |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Rhön 850 m (2,790 ft) 50°29′40″N 9°56′42″E / 50.49444°N 9.94500°E |
| River mouth | Weser 51°25′16″N 9°38′54″E / 51.42111°N 9.64833°E |
| Length | 220.4 km (137.0 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Weser→ North Sea |
| Basin size | 6,947 km2 (2,682 sq mi) |
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The Fulda is an important river located in Hesse and Lower Saxony, two states in Germany. It's one of the two main rivers that come together to form the larger Weser river. The other river is called the Werra. The Fulda river is about 220.4 kilometres (137.0 mi) long, which is roughly the distance from London to Manchester!
Where the Fulda River Starts
The Fulda river begins high up in the Rhön mountains, specifically at a place called Wasserkuppe in Hesse. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes.
From its source, the river flows generally towards the northeast. As it travels, it has the Knüll mountains on its west side and the Seulingswald forest on its east side. When it gets close to the town of Bebra, the river changes direction and starts flowing towards the northwest.
The Fulda's Journey
The Fulda river continues its journey and is joined by another important river, the Eder. After this, the Fulda flows straight north until it reaches the city of Kassel.
Near Kassel, the river changes direction again, heading northeast. On its east side, you'll find the Kaufungen Forest, and to the northwest, the Reinhardswald forest begins.
The northern end of the Fulda river meets the Werra river in a town called Hannoversch Münden, which is in Lower Saxony. This meeting point is very special because it's where the Fulda and the Werra combine to create the mighty Weser river!
Cities Along the Fulda River
Many towns and cities have grown up along the banks of the Fulda river. These places often use the river for transport, trade, or simply for their beauty. Some of the main cities you'll find along the Fulda include:
- Gersfeld
- Fulda
- Bad Hersfeld
- Bebra
- Rotenburg an der Fulda
- Melsungen
- Kassel
See Also
- List of rivers of Hesse
- List of rivers of Lower Saxony
