Europe's last wild river reveals a landscape lost to human engineering
In short: While most of the Danube has been tamed for industry and shipping, a 70-kilometre stretch in southern Germany remains wild. This documentary explores a rare ecological sanctuary where the river still dictates the terms of the land.
In Bavaria, the Danube retains a rare 70-kilometre section that flows freely, offering a glimpse into the river's original state before the construction of dams, reservoirs, and waterways. This 'Bavarian Amazon' functions as a complex mosaic of habitats, where seasonal floods sustain diverse wetlands, forests, and floodplains.
The film highlights the tension between conservation and economic development. While scientists and locals fight to protect this biodiverse landscape, there are ongoing pressures to transform the remaining wild stretch into a waterway for industrial use.
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