Paddle through Bavaria’s dramatic limestone cliffs and historic towns on Kanuuh’s 3-day river trip from Treuchtlingen to Eichstätt. Experience boat slides, ancient castles, and welcoming gasthofs along this scenic waterway.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days, approx. 4–5 hours paddling/day
Fitness Level
Participants should have a good base of endurance and basic paddling skills to handle sustained efforts and portages.
Wildlife
History
The route follows parts of the Altmühl River, historically important for trade and settlement, with castles like Pappenheim’s bearing witness to medieval conflicts.
Conservation
Kanuuh emphasizes low-impact, responsible paddling to preserve the sensitive karst ecosystem and water quality in the region.
Kanuuh
Paddle through Bavaria’s dramatic limestone cliffs and historic towns on Kanuuh’s 3-day river trip from Treuchtlingen to Eichstätt. Experience boat slides, ancient castles, and welcoming gasthofs along this scenic waterway.
Kanuuh is a canoe and kayak outfitter based in Solnhofen, Bayern, offering guided and self-guided paddling trips on the Altmühl River. The company organizes a range of experiences for schools, families, teams and leisure paddlers, including half-day paddles, full-day excursions and multi-day tours that run between Treuchtlingen, Pappenheim, Solnhofen, Dollnstein, Eichstätt and Kinding. Kanuuh operates specific school tours and tailored team events such as the Weißwurst‑Kanu breakfast trip. Equipment rental, route planning and clear start and end locations are part of the service so groups can focus on paddling. Guides and staff coordinate logistics for transfers, rest stops at local beer gardens and safe passage through popular sections of the river. Trips feature landmarks like the Zwölf Apostel rock formation and access to regional inns named in tour descriptions.
Kanuuh lists multiple itineraries from short Pappenheimer tours to four-day journeys, with options for students, families and corporate groups. The business is located in Solnhofen, Bayern, and its tours follow established river routes in the Altmühltal. Descriptions include distances and typical stopovers to help groups choose appropriate trips. Booking information, departure points and specific schedules are provided with each trip option. Visitors can select one-way paddles, round trips or overnight routes. Kanuuh focuses on safe, scenic paddling on the Altmühl and coordinates local hospitality along the way. Tour summaries list rest stops and highlights, and school and team bookings include safety briefings, life jackets and basic instruction. Contact details and booking steps appear with each tour description for straightforward reservations online.
Location
Solnhofen, Bayern
Base in the Altmühltal
Tours Offered
18
Half-day to four-day options
Group & School
Available
School and team bookings possible
Trip Lengths
Half day–4 days
Short and extended paddles
Reserve a half-day, full-day or multi-day trip — select a tour, secure dates, and paddle the Altmühltal with Kanuuh.
Boat Weight Limits
Ensure your group adheres to the weight limits: single kayaks max 85kg, multi-person canoes vary. This keeps navigation smooth and safe.
Plan Portages Ahead
Prepare for two portages around weirs near Solnhofen and Eichstätt—bring footwear suitable for short riverbank carries.
Mid-Trip Stops
Take breaks in Pappenheim and Gasthof Dreizehnter Apostel for local food and rest; it enhances your cultural experience without rushing paddling.
Transport Logistics
Boat transfers are included, but arrange your own personal transport between train stations and launch points for hassle-free arrival/departure.
Helmet
Provides extra safety around boat slides and portage points.
Waterproof dry bag
Protects clothing and essentials from river splashes and rain.
Layered clothing
Helps adjust to fluctuating temperatures on water and land.
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Sturdy river footwear
Necessary for walking short portages and traction on wet surfaces.
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