The Rhine River is a major European river that begins in Switzerland and flows through Germany and the Netherlands, emptying into the North Sea. It also forms part of the borders of Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany and France. The river was vital for both the Roman Empire and the Holy Roman Empire. It is also a symbol of German nationalism.
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