Is previous paddling experience required?

While this trip is suitable for beginners with basic paddling skills, a moderate level of fitness and ability to manage a canoe or kayak independently is recommended.

Are life jackets provided?

Yes, each participant receives a life jacket that must be worn during the tour for safety.

What happens if the weather turns bad?

Tours may be rescheduled in case of severe weather. Light rain is typically manageable with proper gear.

Can I rent a kayak instead of a canoe?

KANU-CENTER KREBS KG offers both canoes and kayaks allowing you to choose your preferred craft.

Is transportation provided for the boats?

Yes, the company handles boat transport logistics to and from the start and finish points.

Are rest stops available along the river?

There are several spots suitable for breaks, but amenities are limited, so plan accordingly.

Canoeing the Trave River with KANU-CENTER KREBS KG | Boat Tour | Canoe

Flowing through northern Germany’s Schleswig-Holstein region, the Trave River carves a gentle 28-kilometer route from Siebenbäumen down to the historic city of Lübeck. Here, KANU-CENTER KREBS KG offers the Premiumtour Untere Trave bis Lübeck, a full-day canoe trip that invites paddlers to unwind and navigate a largely tranquil waterway surrounded by pastoral landscapes and small rural villages. This self-guided canoe journey typically takes about seven hours, including breaks, making it achievable for individuals and groups who bring a good level of fitness and the patience to soak in a slow-moving river’s charms.

The Trave’s lower section reveals a mix of riverbank meadows, grazing cattle, and scattered horse pastures, lending an open, almost pastoral feel unique for a canoe trip near a city. The current is steady but gentle, ideal for paddlers seeking a moderate day on the water without technical challenges. Along the way, you’ll encounter only a handful of settlements, amplifying the sense of peaceful isolation despite proximity to Lübeck. The city itself marks the endpoint of the tour, where medieval brick architecture and a rich Hanseatic history await exploration.

KANU-CENTER KREBS KG, based in Siebenbäumen, stands out in the local outdoor scene for facilitating easy access to this waterway with well-maintained equipment, clear instructions, and logistical support, including boat transport. Their focus on self-guided tours gives adventurers the freedom to manage their pace, making it an approachable yet rewarding wilderness experience that bridges rural German countryside with an urban finish.

As a water-based activity tucked into a region better known for biking and hiking, this canoe tour offers a fresh, calm perspective of Schleswig-Holstein’s natural setting. It’s a rare chance to glide past traditional northern German farmland under wide skies before reaching the UNESCO-recognized Lübeck, all from the vantage point of a canoe seat. Whether paddling solo or with friends, the Premiumtour Untere Trave bis Lübeck delivers an authentic, paced river adventure steeped in local character and accessible to many skill levels.