Sioule
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| Origin | Massif Central |
| Mouth | Allier |
| Basin countries | France |
| Length | 150 km |
| Source elevation | 1,100 m |
| Avg. discharge | 26 m³/s |
| Basin area | 2,468 km² |
The Sioule is a 150 km (90 mi) long river in central France, left tributary of the river Allier. Its source is near the village Orcival, north of Mont-Dore, in the Massif Central. The Sioule has cut a deep gorge, especially in its upper course. The Sioule flows generally northeast through the following départements and towns:
- Puy-de-Dôme: Pontgibaud
- Allier: Ébreuil, Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule
The Sioule flows into the river Allier 10 km (6 mi) north of Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule.
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