Discover the scenic Bavarian waters on a guided three-day kayaking trip with Kanuuh. Perfect for beginners and families, this journey combines natural beauty, charming villages, and fun boat slides. Read on to learn why this paddle is a must-do adventure!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
No prior fitness required, but good balance and basic swimming skills are helpful.
Wildlife
History
The Altmühl River has been a vital transportation route since Roman times, influencing regional development.
Conservation
Kanuuh emphasizes eco-friendly practices, ensuring minimal impact to the river and surroundings.
Kanuuh
Discover the scenic Bavarian waters on a guided three-day kayaking trip with Kanuuh. Perfect for beginners and families, this journey combines natural beauty, charming villages, and fun boat slides. Read on to learn why this paddle is a must-do adventure!
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.
Wear quick-drying clothing
Ensure your clothing dries quickly and stays comfortable during paddling and stops.
Use sun protection
Apply sunscreen, wear a hat, and bring sunglasses to protect against reflected sunlight.
Bring waterproof containers
Keep your valuables and electronics safe from water splashes and rain.
Check weather forecast
Monitor weather before heading out to avoid storms or sudden rain.
Waterproof Backpack
To keep your personal items dry during the paddling trips.
summer
Sun Hat
Provides shade and protects from prolonged sun exposure.
summer
Light Waterproof Jacket
Useful for unexpected rain or cooler evenings.
spring/summer
Sunscreen
Protects your skin from UV rays during extended time on the water.
summer