Spend three nights camping at Lahntours-Campingplatz Runkel with options from tents to tipis. Enjoy the lively Kirmes festival from late August to early September, blending outdoor adventure with local culture along the Lahn River.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
Flexible - 3 nights
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required, suitable for families and beginners
Wildlife
History
Runkel Castle dates back to the 12th century and overlooks the campsite area, reflecting the region’s medieval heritage.
Conservation
Lahntours encourages sustainable camping practices, emphasizing river and forest protection to maintain local biodiversity.
Lahntours
Spend three nights camping at Lahntours-Campingplatz Runkel with options from tents to tipis. Enjoy the lively Kirmes festival from late August to early September, blending outdoor adventure with local culture along the Lahn River.
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.
Book Early for Kirmes Festival
This popular festival draws large crowds—reserve your spot well in advance to secure your preferred accommodation.
Prepare for Festival Noise
Expect lively music and rides during the Kirmes event, which may impact evening quiet hours.
Bring Appropriate Camping Gear
If staying in tents, ensure your equipment suits variable weather typical of late summer in Hesse.
Register at Check-In
Arrive between 3 PM and 6 PM and register at the office to receive important site information and keys.
Camping Tent or Tipi Gear
Choose a tent or tipi suitable for summer weather, ensuring ventilation and comfort during warm nights.
summer
Portable Power Bank or Electrical Hookup
Useful for charging devices, especially if opting not to use the campsite's electricity connections.
Rain Jacket
Spring showers are common—pack waterproof layers to stay dry and comfortable.
spring
Camping Chair and Tableware
Enhances your comfort at the campsite, especially useful for tipi stays where communal dining is common.