Matarranya (river) facts for kids
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Bridge over the Matarraña River close to Fayón
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| Country | Aragon, Spain |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Barranco del Salto, Puertos de Tortosa-Beceite 1,200 m (3,900 ft) |
| River mouth | Ebro 75 m (246 ft) |
| Length | 100 km (62 mi) |
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| Progression | Ebro→ Mediterranean Sea |
| Basin size | 1,250 km2 (480 sq mi) |
The Matarraña River (also known as Río Matarraña in Spanish) is a cool river in Spain. It flows through two provinces in the region of Aragon: Teruel and Zaragoza. This river is about 100 kilometers (62 miles) long.
The Matarraña River starts high up in the mountains, about 1,200 meters (3,937 feet) above sea level. Its source is in a rocky area called the Puertos de Tortosa-Beceite mountains. From there, the river flows generally from the south towards the north. It eventually joins the much larger Ebro River, which is one of the longest rivers in Spain. The Matarraña River also gives its name to a nearby area called the Matarraña comarca.
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What Rivers Join the Matarraña?
Many smaller rivers and streams flow into the Matarraña River, making it bigger. These are called tributaries. They join the Matarraña from both its left and right sides as it flows.
Tributaries from the Left Side
- The Algars River
- The Ulldemó River
- The Barranc de Calapatar
Tributaries from the Right Side
- The De Pena River
- The Tastavins River
Explore More About the Matarraña River
In Spanish: Río Matarraña para niños- Learn more about the mountains where the river starts: Ports de Beseit
- Discover the region named after the river: Matarraña/Matarranya comarca
