* The Volga River: This is the main waterway of the system and flows from the Central Russian Upland to the Caspian Sea.
* The Volga-Baltic Canal: This canal connects the Volga River to the Neva River, which flows into the Gulf of Finland, an arm of the Baltic Sea.
* The Neva River: This river flows from Lake Ladoga to the Gulf of Finland.
* Lake Ladoga: This is the largest lake in Europe and is located on the border of Russia and Finland.
* The Saimaa Canal: This canal connects Lake Ladoga to the Gulf of Finland and allows for the transportation of goods and people between Finland and Russia.
In addition to these waterways, the Volga-Baltic Waterway also includes a number of dams, locks, and other structures to help regulate the flow of water and to allow for the safe passage of ships.