Estonia is interlaced with a network of rivers that enhance its ecological richness and cultural heritage. These rivers, meandering through dense forests, tranquil countryside, and historic towns, are crucial for the country's diverse ecosystems. They provide habitats for various species of flora and fauna and are essential for maintaining the natural balance of Estonia's environment. In addition to their ecological importance, these rivers are significant for local communities, supporting agriculture and offering recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and nature watching. The rivers of Estonia also hold historical value, having been routes for trade and cultural exchange over the centuries. The table below presents an overview of the major rivers in Estonia, detailing their lengths, sources, and outflows.
|
River Name |
Length* |
Source |
Outflow |
|
Emajõgi |
100 km (62 mi) |
Lake Võrtsjärv |
Lake Peipus |
|
Pärnu River |
144 km (89 mi) |
Pandivere Highlands |
Gulf of Riga |
|
Narva River |
77 km (48 mi) |
Lake Peipus |
Gulf of Finland |
|
Pedja River |
104 km (65 mi) |
Alatskivi Upland |
Emajõgi River |
|
Kasari River |
113 km (70 mi) |
Pandivere Highlands |
Matsalu Bay |
|
Väike Emajõgi |
93 km (58 mi) |
Lake Võrtsjärv |
Emajõgi River |
|
Põltsamaa River |
106 km (66 mi) |
Pandivere Highlands |
Emajõgi River |
|
Ahja River |
103 km (64 mi) |
Haanja Upland |
Põltsamaa River |
|
Mustjõgi |
95 km (59 mi) |
Pandivere Highlands |
Põltsamaa River |
|
Piusa River |
75 km (47 mi) |
Haanja Upland |
Võhandu River |
*Sources do not differentiate between the length of river that exists within the country’s borders and the overall length of the river irrespective of national borders.
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