Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Europe’s longest river, the Volga, flows 3,530 km (2,190 mi) from its source in the Valdai Hills to the Caspian Sea. Along the way, it traverses a diverse array of regions and republics:
The river is a vital artery for transportation, hydroelectric power, irrigation, and fisheries, shaping the economy and culture of the vast Volga basin.