Otava (river)

Otava

Otava River near Vrcovice
Basin
Main source Šumava
River mouth Vltava
Size 3826.8 km²
Country Czech Republic
Physiognomy
Length 111.7 km

The Otava is a river in West and South Bohemia, Czech Republic. It is 112 kilometres (70 mi) long and is a left tributary of the Vltava. The river flows through several towns, including Sušice, Strakonice and Písek. The river's name is of Celtic origin. It is a popular river for water sports. The local dialect of Prachens also uses the name "Wotāva".

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Coordinates: 49°26′25″N 14°11′37″E / 49.44028°N 14.19361°E / 49.44028; 14.19361

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