Oenus (river)

The Oenus was an ancient river mentioned by classical authors, generally believed to refer to a river in Europe. Its precise identification is uncertain, and several rivers have been proposed as candidates.

Possible identifications include:

• The Inn River: This is a strong candidate. The Inn River flows through Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, and its historical importance aligns with mentions of the Oenus in classical sources.

• Another unidentified river in the Alpine region: Given the vagueness of some ancient descriptions, it is possible that the Oenus referred to a smaller or less significant river in the Alps that has since changed its name or become less prominent.

The Oenus is primarily known through the writings of ancient historians and geographers. Specific details about its course, tributaries, or surrounding settlements are limited in extant sources. Because of this ambiguity, definitively pinpointing the river remains a matter of scholarly debate.