A river in southwestern France. It originates in the Puy de Sancy mountain, flows westward, and empties into the Gironde River north of Bordeaux. It is 472 km long. There are many hydroelectric power plants in the upper reaches, and grape growing areas in the lower reaches. Water transportation is active as far as Bergerac. The Lascaux Caves are located in the valley of the Bézère River, a tributary of the middle reaches. Related article Garonne [river] Source : Heibonsha Encyclopedia About MyPedia Information |
フランス南西部の川。ピュイ・ド・サンシー山に発して西流,ボルドー北方でジロンド川河口に注ぐ。全長472km。上流部は水力発電所が多く,下流域はブドウ栽培地帯。ベルジュラックまで水運が盛ん。中流部の支流ベゼール川河谷にラスコー洞窟がある。 →関連項目ガロンヌ[川] 出典 株式会社平凡社百科事典マイペディアについて 情報 |
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