Join a 3-day canoe adventure along Germany’s scenic Lahn River, navigating historic tunnels and charming towns. Perfect for all levels, this trip offers a unique way to connect with natural beauty and local history.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have good basic fitness and comfortable paddling skills.
Wildlife
History
The Lahn River has served as a vital trade route since the Middle Ages, with many towns along its banks bearing centuries of history.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes eco-friendly practices, ensuring minimal disturbance to wildlife and natural habitats.
Weilburger Touristikbetriebe
Join a 3-day canoe adventure along Germany’s scenic Lahn River, navigating historic tunnels and charming towns. Perfect for all levels, this trip offers a unique way to connect with natural beauty and local history.
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
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Stay Hydrated
Bring plenty of water and stay hydrated during long paddling days.
Check Lock Schedules
Familiarize yourself with lock operation times to plan your stops.
Wear Sun Protection
Use sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to protect against sun exposure.
Secure Your Gear
Make sure all your gear is tightly packed and waterproofed.
Waterproof Paddling Jacket
Keeps you dry and comfortable in changing weather.
spring|summer|fall|winter
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the trip.
Sun Hat
Provides sun protection during outdoor hours.
spring|summer|fall
Waterproof Dry Bag
Keeps valuables and electronics dry.