European waterways: structures, importance and the role of the Danube

This teaching material (slide deck including speaker notes) provides fundamental knowledge about European waterways, inland waterway transport, and sustainable freight transport. Learners gain an overview of the most important inland waterways in Europe, their infrastructure, and their significance for logistics, the economy, and international transport chains. In addition, the material explores maintenance measures, factors affecting navigability, and the role of ports as key transshipment hubs in freight transport. Special attention is given to the Danube as a major European waterway and its function in sustainable mobility and transport.

Target Group

Upper secondary education
Vocational schools
Apprenticeship schools
Entry-level higher education students

Suitable for

Geography
Economics and Law
Business Administration
Logistics
Environmental Education