Set sail on a five-day canoe trip along the historic Lahn River, weaving through castles, locks, and charming towns with Weilburger Touristikbetriebe. Discover a perfect blend of culture and nature on this scenic waterway adventure.
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Weilburger Touristikbetriebe
Set sail on a five-day canoe trip along the historic Lahn River, weaving through castles, locks, and charming towns with Weilburger Touristikbetriebe. Discover a perfect blend of culture and nature on this scenic waterway adventure.
Weilburger Touristikbetriebe is a tourism provider based in Weilburg, Hessen, specializing in canoe and outdoor river experiences on the Lahn. The company organizes a broad range of trips from one-day canoe tours to extended multi-day journeys, including 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6- and 7-day itineraries along sections of the Lahn. Many routes run between well-known start and end points such as Oberbiel, Leun, Gießen, Runkel, Aumenau, Nassau and Weilburg.
Trips include features described in route summaries: paddling through scenic landscapes, navigating hand-operated or self-service locks, stopping at beer gardens, camping at riverside campsites and visiting historical landmarks such as Burg Dehrn and Braunfels Castle. Weilburger Touristikbetriebe also offers specialized student tours (Schülertour) with multi-day formats, and equipment options beyond canoes — including stand up paddling boards, touring bikes, e-bikes and a Weilburger Party Floß for group events.
Scheduling is flexible across many routes with options to extend passages (for example from Runkel toward Diez). The operation serves leisure paddlers, school groups and organized outings, providing local knowledge of the Lahn River corridor. All descriptions and trip choices are presented in third person and reflect the routes and offerings available from Weilburger Touristikbetriebe in Weilburg, Hessen.
Location
Weilburg, Hessen
Base on the Lahn River
Trip Lengths
1–7 days
Single- to multi-day canoe tours
Activities
Canoe, SUP, Bikes, Party Floß
Paddling, student tours and rentals
Route Features
Locks & Camping
Self-service locks and campsites
Search routes, compare 1–7 day canoe tours, student programs, SUP and bike rentals — book a flexible trip from Weilburg today.
Navigate locks carefully
Pay attention to the self-service locks to ensure smooth passage and safe paddling.
Bring layers of clothing
Weather can change quickly along the river; pack clothing for varying conditions.
Book tipi accommodations early
Secure your cozy overnight stay in advance to ensure availability during peak seasons.
Plan for river washing stations
Use designated spots for rinsing gear and staying clean during the trip.
Waterproof dry bags
Keep your belongings dry despite splashes and rain.
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Sturdy canoe paddle
Reliable paddles are key to efficient navigation and safety.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Layered clothing ensures comfort through changing weather.
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Campgear (tent, sleeping bag)
Essential for overnight stays in tipis or campgrounds.
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