Discover the scenic tranquility of the Lahn River over a personalized 6-day canoe trip with Lahntours. Perfect for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike, this adventure offers a flexible, scenic escape into Hessen’s natural beauty.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 days
Fitness Level
Moderate physical fitness, comfortable paddling required
Wildlife
History
Wetzlar has been a center of document and printing technology since the 19th century, with many historic buildings linked to its literary past.
Conservation
Lahntours emphasizes eco-friendly practices, encouraging sustainable paddling and minimal environmental impact.
Lahntours
Discover the scenic tranquility of the Lahn River over a personalized 6-day canoe trip with Lahntours. Perfect for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike, this adventure offers a flexible, scenic escape into Hessen’s natural beauty.
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.
Pack moisture-wicking clothing
Light and breathable clothing will keep you comfortable during paddling and rest stops.
Stay hydrated
Bring plenty of water to stay refreshed throughout the day.
Use sunscreen
Protect your skin from the sun, especially on open river sections.
Respect local wildlife
Observe wildlife quietly and avoid disturbing habitats along the river.
Quick-dry clothing
Keeps you dry and comfortable during paddling.
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Sunscreen
Provides protection from UV rays during outdoor time.
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Waterproof bag
Secures your valuables and keeps them dry.
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Hat with brim
Shields your face from direct sunlight.
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