Paddle the Lahn River on a unique 2-day canoe trip starting in Wetzlar. Enjoy personalized instruction, fully equipped boats, and flexible route options with Lahntours’ expert support.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness, capable of sustained paddling and some basic portaging or maneuvering.
Wildlife
History
The Lahn River served as a vital transportation and trade route through Hessen since medieval times, shaping the towns along its banks.
Conservation
Lahntours promotes sustainable paddling by minimizing shoreline impact and encouraging waste-free practices during trips.
Lahntours
Paddle the Lahn River on a unique 2-day canoe trip starting in Wetzlar. Enjoy personalized instruction, fully equipped boats, and flexible route options with Lahntours’ expert support.
About Lahntours
Lahntours organizes guided and self-guided canoe trips and operates riverside campsites on the Lahn River in Germany. The company offers a broad catalog of single-day paddles, short weekend routes and multi-day tours ranging from day trips up to eight-day expeditions. Departure points include Weilburg, Runkel, Solms-Schohleck, Dorlar, Aumenau and Wetzlar, with routes that pass hand-operated and automatic locks, historic towns, castle views and Germany’s only ship tunnel on the Weilburg–Runkel day tour.
On-site camping options include Lahntours–Campingplatz Runkel and the Zeltplatz Solms-Schohleck. Accommodations range from traditional tent pitches and RV hookups with parking and electricity to furnished six-person tipis with beds. Stays are available for single nights up to week-long campsite bookings; festival periods such as the local Kirmes (late August to early September) create a lively atmosphere at Runkel.
Practical services include bicycle rental in Solms, equipment logistics for multi-day canoe tours, and coordinated check-in and check-out procedures. Lahntours describes family-friendly short tours as well as challenging 28 km day routes for experienced paddlers. Safety elements on the river routes include navigating locks and planned rest stops like beer gardens along the way.
Lahntours emphasizes local river expertise, a wide range of packaged trips, and campsite amenities. The company’s published trip list provides clear options for day paddles, multi-day tours and overnight campsite stays along the Lahn.
Bookings cover one-night stays through multi-day itineraries, and guests can combine canoeing with campsite nights or bike rental for flexible travel along the Lahn corridor throughout the paddling season annually.
Tours Offered
55
Day-to-multi-day routes listed
Accommodations
Tents · RVs · Tipis
Runkel and Solms-Schohleck campsites
Bike Rental
Available
Fahrradverleih in Solms
Trip Lengths
Day–8 days
Short tours to 8-day itineraries
Book a day tour, multi-day paddling itinerary or riverside campsite stay — check availability for Canoe tours, Campingplatz Runkel and Zeltplatz Solms-Schohleck.
Wear Quick-Drying Clothing
Light, moisture-wicking clothes keep you comfortable on the water and during land stops.
Mind Weather Changes
Weather can shift rapidly; carry rain gear and check forecasts before launching.
Bring a Dry Bag
Use provided packsacks to keep valuables and extra clothing dry through river crossings or light spray.
Keep River Rules in Mind
Respect local regulations and avoid disturbing wildlife habitats along the Lahn.
Waterproof Dry Bag
Protects your gear and belongings from splashes and unexpected wet conditions.
Quick-Drying Clothing
Keeps you comfortable and prevents chafing during warm-weather paddling.
summer
Layered Clothing
Allows quick adaptation to fluctuating temperatures on and off the water.
spring
Paddle Gloves
Reduce hand fatigue and protect against cooler winds during longer paddling stretches.
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