| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| State in western Germany, on the French border (8) | ||
| German state named for a river, with "the" | LA Times Daily | 22 Apr 2018 |
| German state named for a river, with 'the' | The Washington Post | 22 Apr 2018 |
| German state named for a river, with "the" | ||
| German state | ||
| German region |