The Vésubie is a river in the southeast of France. It is a left tributary of the Var in the Maritime Alps. It is 45.9 km (28.5 mi) long.[1] Its drainage basin is 392 km2 (151 sq mi).[2] The source is in the Mercantour National Park near the border with Italy. The river flows through the town of Saint-Martin-Vésubie, a major center for hiking. It flows into the Var near Levens. One of its tributaries is the Gordolasque.

Vésubie
The Vésubie in Saint-Martin-Vésubie
Location
CountryFrance
Physical characteristics
Mouth 
 • location
Var
 • coordinates
43°51′35″N 7°11′51″E / 43.85972°N 7.19750°E / 43.85972; 7.19750
Length46 km (29 mi)
Basin size392 km2 (151 sq mi)
Basin features
ProgressionVarMediterranean Sea

Towns along the river

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References

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  1. ^ Sandre. "Fiche cours d'eau - La Vésubie (Y63-0400)".
  2. ^ Bassin versant : Vésubie (La), Observatoire Régional Eau et Milieux Aquatiques en PACA