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Europe drought: German industry at risk as Rhine falls

Germany’s main industry lobby group has warned that factories may have to throttle production or halt it completely because plunging water levels on the Rhine are making it harder to transport cargo on the river

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2022

Europe’s rivers run dry as scientists warn drought could be worst in 500 years

Crops, power plants, barge traffic, industry and fish populations devastated by parched waterways

The Guardian - UK · Aug 13, 2022

Shippers prepare for worst as Rhine levels near critical low

Shipping companies are preparing to halt the transport of goods on the Rhine as water levels in Germany’s biggest river near a critically low point

The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2022

Drought and heatwave slow down France's eco-friendly waterway transport

Transporting freight on inland waterways is far more environmentally friendly than by road. But low rainfall and high temperatures have dramatically reduced water levels in France, limiting transport on canals around the Rhine river in particular.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 27, 2022

Rhine river cruise offers a 'magic window' on historic cities and spectacular scenery

A Rhine river cruise in Germany, France, Switzerland and Holland on new ship Emerald Luna comes with historic sights and a host of brilliantly innovative technological ideas on board

Daily Mirror · Jun 21, 2022

Saddle up: six of the best Eurovelo routes to explore on your bike this summer

Getting to grip with Europe on two wheels? These cycle routes are hard to beat, writes Liz Dodd

The Independent UK · Jun 20, 2022