Joyeuse (river)
| Joyeuse | |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Basin | |
| Main source | Iholdy |
| River mouth |
Bidouze 43°21′13″N 1°1′34″W / 43.35361°N 1.02611°WCoordinates: 43°21′13″N 1°1′34″W / 43.35361°N 1.02611°W |
| Progression | Bidouze→ Adour→ Atlantic Ocean |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Length | 27 km (17 mi) |
The Joyeuse, is a left tributary of the Bidouze, in the French Basque Country (Pyrénées-Atlantiques), in the Southwest of France.
Name
Its name Joyeuse, that applies also to the Aran River and one of its tributaries, is the name of the sword of Charlemagne. It was attributed after the battle of Roncevaux. At this time, many breaches or narrow passes in the Pyrenees were renamed in reference to Roland.
Geography
The Joyeuse rises in Iholdy and flows into the Bidouze in Saint-Palais.
Départements and towns
Main tributaries
- Azkonbegiko erreka
References
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