Discover the tranquil beauty of the Lahn River with Lahntours' 5-day kayaking adventure. Fully equipped, flexible, and immersive—perfect for adventure seekers in Germany.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–5 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable with basic paddling and have decent endurance for multiple days on the water.
Wildlife
History
The Lahn River has historically served as a trade route and played a key role in the development of the surrounding towns.
Conservation
Lahntours promotes environmentally friendly paddling practices to preserve the river’s pristine condition and local ecosystems.
Lahntours
Discover the tranquil beauty of the Lahn River with Lahntours' 5-day kayaking adventure. Fully equipped, flexible, and immersive—perfect for adventure seekers in Germany.
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.
Paddle with the current
Choose your exit point wisely to make use of the river's gentle flow for an easier journey.
Check weather forecast
Rain can make conditions more challenging; plan accordingly and dress in layers.
Use sun protection
Wear sunscreen and a hat to stay protected during sunny days on the water.
Stay hydrated
Bring plenty of water, especially on hot days, to keep energized during your paddle.
Waterproof Dry Bag
Keeps your clothing and electronics dry during the paddle.
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Sun Hat and Sunglasses
Protects your face and eyes from the sun during sunny days.
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Water Shoes or Sandals
Provides good grip and protects your feet on uneven riverbanks.
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First Aid Kit
Useful for minor injuries and emergencies on multi-day trips.
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