Mulde facts for kids
The Mulde is an important river located in Central Germany. It's known for being one of the fastest rivers in Central Europe. The Mulde doesn't start as one single river. Instead, it forms when two smaller rivers, the Zwickauer Mulde and the Freiberger Mulde, join together.
These two source rivers begin their journey in the Erzgebirge mountains. They meet and combine their waters near a town called Colditz. From there, the newly formed Mulde River flows through several towns in the German state of Saxony. These towns include Grimma, Wurzen, and Eilenburg.
Journey of the Mulde River
The Mulde River continues its path towards the north. It eventually reaches the city of Dessau in the state of Saxony-Anhalt. Just a few kilometers north of Dessau, the Mulde River flows into the much larger Elbe River. This is where its journey ends.
Length and Speed
The Mulde River is about 124 kilometers (or 77 miles) long. Even though it's not extremely long, it's famous for how fast its water flows. This speed makes it exciting to watch, but it also means the river is not suitable for boats or ships. You won't find large vessels navigating the Mulde because its currents are too strong and its water levels can change quickly.
Images for kids
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This map shows the location of the Mulde River within the larger Elbe River basin.
