Clarée
| Clarée | |
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| Location | |
| Country | France |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Cottian Alps |
| • elevation | 2,200 m (7,200 ft) |
| Mouth | |
• location | Durance |
• coordinates | 44°55′29″N 6°40′46″E / 44.9246°N 6.6795°E |
| Length | 32 km (20 mi) |
| Basin size | 189 km2 (73 sq mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Durance→ Rhône→ Mediterranean Sea |
The Clarée is a river in southeastern
Montgenevre
.
The upper reaches of the river are in a military exercise range. This is where the French army from their base in Briançon train in the mountains.
Tourism
In the summer the Vallée de la Clarée is visited by cyclists, walkers and horse riders. The river is used for water sports especially in spring as the snow melts. There are sections of white water, which are used by kayaks and white water rafts. There is a dramatic waterfall at Fontcouverte.
Settlements
The settlements along the Clarée include:
- Névache:
- Plampinet
- Le Serre
- Val-des-Prés
- Le Rosier
- Les Alberts
See also
References
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- ^ Bassin versant : Clarée (La), Observatoire Régional Eau et Milieux Aquatiques en PACA
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