Reuss River
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The Reuss River is a significant river in Switzerland, flowing into the Aare River before the Aare joins the Rhine. It is one of the major rivers originating in Switzerland, a country situated at the hydrographic center of Europe. The Reuss River plays a role in the drainage of central Switzerland, notably passing through Lake Lucerne. It enters Lake Lucerne near Fluelen and exits at Lucerne. The river's course is part of the diverse topography of Switzerland, which includes the Jura Mountains, the Alps, and the Mittelland plateau.123
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