Vienne (Normandy)
The Vienne is a small river in Normandy, France, 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) in length,[1] It is a right tributary of the Saâne flowing through the department of Seine-Maritime.
| Vienne | |
|---|---|
   | |
| Location | |
| Country | France |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Beauval-en-Caux |
| • elevation | 147 m (482 ft) |
| Mouth | |
• location | Saâne in Gueures |
• coordinates | 49°50′N 0°57′E |
| Length | 15 km (9.3 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Saâne→ English Channel |
Geography
The Vienne has its source in the Pays de Caux in the territory of the commune of Beauval-en-Caux. Taking a northward journey, it flows through the communes of Saint-Mards, Lamberville, Bacqueville-en-Caux, Hermanville, Lammerville and Thil-Manneville before joining the Saâne at Gueures. Like most other rivers in the region, the Vienne is classified as a first class river, offering anglers the chance to catch trout and salmon.
Bibliography
- Albert Hennetier, Aux sources normandes: Promenade au fil des rivières en Seine-Maritime, Ed. Bertout, Luneray, 2006 ISBN 2867436230
See also
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