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Data can also be generated by computer modelling. Modelling exercises for Europe (Ciscar, et al., 2014; Dankers, et al., 2008; Rojas, et al., 2013) have the advantage of a more homogeneous methodology used across Europe to increase the comparability of results compared to natural map inventories, but lack in information on remaining and former floodplains, actual flood protection standards and on the actual technical state of flood protection infrastructure. This level of detail is needed when monitoring and evaluating the status, impact and effectiveness of adaptation efforts (EC 2013b). Research into the underlying mechanisms of flooding (e.g. advective versus convective precipitation, snowmelt versus rain), to improve future projections of flood frequencies, timing and depths and thus be helpful in estimating the effects of flooding on the environmental quality remains recommended (Merz, et al., 2014). Comparing this information with information on damages and impacts from floods contributes to our knowledge on adaptation and the effectiveness of NWRM measures. Where the data on European level aim at showing an overview picture, based on more or less homogeneous data, this hotspot analysis is not there to compete with detailed mapping on national level, being the one needed for detailed catchment scale assessments and the implementation of measures.