The Lammer is a river of Salzburg, Austria, a right tributary of the Salzach.

Lammer
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Location
CountryAustria
StateSalzburg
Physical characteristics
Source 
 • locationSouthern Tennen Mountains
 • elevation1,700 m (5,600 ft)
Mouth 
 • location
Near Golling into the Salzach
 • coordinates
47°34′59″N 13°10′06″E / 47.5830°N 13.1682°E / 47.5830; 13.1682
 • elevation
480 m (1,570 ft)
Length41 km (25 mi)
Basin features
ProgressionSalzachInnDanubeBlack Sea

The Lammer rises in the Tennen Mountains and flows from east to west, joining with the Salzach at Golling an der Salzach. Its length is about 41 kilometres (25 mi). The river is known for its very clean water and is very popular for wild water sportsmen. Within the box canyon, the river has class IV-IV+ whitewater rapids.[1]

References

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  1. ^ Stehbock, Markus. "Quick guide to the rivers of the German/Austrian border". Paddler Magazine. Retrieved 8 September 2024.