Vistula

The Vistula extends 1,047 kilometers from the Silesian Beskids mountains through major cities before reaching the Baltic Sea near Gdansk.

During the Middle Ages, the Vistula functioned as a primary trade route for transporting salt, timber, and grain between Polish regions and Baltic ports.

Polish literature and art frequently depict the Vistula River as a central element of national identity, particularly in works from the 19th century.

The river maintains navigation capabilities from the Baltic Sea to Bydgoszcz, though water levels vary significantly throughout different seasons.

The Vistula's drainage system forms an asymmetrical pattern with most tributaries joining from the eastern bank due to geological formations.

Location: Lesser Poland Voivodeship

GPS coordinates: 49.60583,19.00361

Latest update: May 29, 2025 00:05