Main River

The Main River is Germany's longest river that never flows into another country. The Main River is 326 miles long, commencing in the Fichtel Mountains of northern Bavaria as the White Main River. It runs west through central Germany, eventually meeting the Rhine River just below Rüsselsheim am Main. With medieval villages, old castles, and lovely cottages bordering the riverbanks, the landscape along the river embodies much of Germany's history and culture. Frankfurt am Main, Offenbach am Main, and Würzburg are the three major cities on the Main.

There are several big inland ports in the Frankfurt area. Because many of the upper portions of the river are somewhat narrow, navigation with larger vessels and push convoys needs a great deal of skill. The river has grown in prominence as a key component of European "Corridor VII," the inland waterway that connects the North Sea and the Black Sea.

Length: 524.9 km