Join Lahntours for a three-day canoe trip along the scenic Lahn River starting in Wetzlar. Perfect for all skill levels, this guided adventure combines natural beauty with expert service. Keep reading to discover what makes this journey so special.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 days
Fitness Level
Average fitness recommended; paddling involves moderate exertion
Wildlife
History
The Lahn River has been navigated for centuries, serving trade routes and local communities since medieval times.
Conservation
Lahntours emphasizes sustainable practices, ensuring minimal disturbance to the river’s ecosystem and promoting environmental awareness.
Lahntours
Join Lahntours for a three-day canoe trip along the scenic Lahn River starting in Wetzlar. Perfect for all skill levels, this guided adventure combines natural beauty with expert service. Keep reading to discover what makes this journey so special.
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
Choose lightweight, moisture-wicking gear to stay comfortable during paddling.
Bring sun protection
Use sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to shield yourself during sunny spells.
Stay hydrated
Carry plenty of water for long stretches on the river.
Plan exit points
Familiarize yourself with the route and available exit spots for flexible adventure.
Paddle clothes
Lightweight, quick-drying apparel suited for water activities.
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Sun protection
Protect yourself from sun exposure with sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses.
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Waterproof bag
Keep valuables dry during your river adventure.
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Footwear suitable for water
Secure, quick-drying shoes ideal for getting in and out of boats.
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