In 2026, this cultural heritage is better recognized and highlighted. However, its relationship with water is now exposed to increased or new risks, due in part to climate change and certain land-use practices.
How is this heritage protected or taken into account in flood prevention or management frameworks and programs?
For centuries, dating back to Indigenous peoples, the river and waterways have shaped patterns of settlement, serving as routes for communication and exchange.
In the metropolitan region, with its archipelago of hundreds of islands, this has resulted in a rich heritage of archaeological sites, buildings and ensembles, as well as villages and landscapes that define the identity of the territory.