Würm, Natural river stream in Upper Bavaria, Germany
The Würm is a river in Upper Bavaria that flows roughly 40 kilometers from Lake Starnberg to where it meets the Amper River near Dachau. A channel diverts its water to supply fountains and water features in Munich, including some of the city's largest gardens.
In medieval times, the river powered mills that ground grain and processed materials for settlements across Bavaria. These mills were economic centers that helped communities develop and grow.
The river winds through several communities and shapes how locals experience their surroundings in daily life. Its flow supports gardens and parks that serve as gathering places for people throughout the area.
The river is visible and accessible from various paths and parks, especially in areas near Munich. Spring through fall offers the best conditions for visiting, when the surroundings are green and walking or biking paths are most enjoyable.
The river's name is linked to the last major ice age, a cold period that began around 115,000 years ago and ended roughly 11,700 years ago. This geological period left deep marks on the landscape and European scientific research.
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